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The National Folk Museum of Korea
National museum in Seoul, South Korea
Travel Tips
Free with Gyeongbokgung Palace ticket. Open 9am-6pm. 1
A Walk Down Memory Lane recreates the streets of the 70s-80s in Korea. 2
Free admission. The galleries are dimly lit, making photography challenging. 3
Easily visited in conjunction with Gyeongbokgung Palace. 4
Many museums in Seoul are free. Avoid visiting on Mondays as many are closed. 5
Visit after exploring Gyeongbokgung Palace to continue your journey through Korean history. 6
Explore the museum to learn about Korean folk history. The museum's traditional architecture offers a great photoshoot backdrop. 7
No entrance fee for the museum, but Gyeongbokgung Palace has an entrance fee. 8
The galleries are dimly lit, making photography challenging. 9
Admission is free, making it a great budget-friendly option. 10
Introduction
History
- ๐ Origins: The museum's predecessor, the Chลsen Folk Art Museum, was founded in 1924 during Japan's occupation of Korea.
- ๐บ๐ธ Post-War: Re-established by the U.S. Government in 1945 and opened in 1946 at the City Administration Memorial Hall.
- ๐๏ธ Relocation: Moved to the grounds of Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1975 and to its current location in 1993.
- ๐๏ธ Design: The building's design is inspired by various historical buildings around South Korea.
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Exhibitions
- ๐บ History of Korean People: Features materials of everyday life in Korea from prehistoric times to the end of the Joseon period in 1910.
- ๐พ Korean Way of Life: Illustrates the daily agricultural lives of Korean villagers in ancient times.
- ๐ Life Cycle of Koreans: Depicts the deep roots of Confucianism in Korean culture and its customs.
- ๐ณ Open-Air Exhibits: Includes replicas of spirit posts, stone piles, grinding mills, and rice storage shelters.
- ๐งธ Children's Museum: Interactive exhibits centered on traditional Korean folk life.
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Visitor Information
- ๐๏ธ Admission: Free with Gyeongbokgung Palace ticket.
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Hours: Vary by season, generally from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended hours on weekends and holidays during summer.
- ๐ Directions: Accessible via Seoul Subway Line 3 (Gyeongbokgung Station, Exit 5) and Line 5 (Gwanghwamun Station, Exit 2).
- ๐ Closed: Tuesdays, January 31, the day after Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day), and Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) period.
- ๐ Website: More information can be found at www.nfm.go.kr.
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Accessibility
- โฟ Wheelchair Accessible: The museum is wheelchair-accessible.
- ๐ผ Stroller Rental: Strollers are available free of charge for infants.
- ๐ง Audio Guides: Available for rent in English; an ID is required.
- ๐ฐ Cafe: Offers light snacks, including rice cakes, sandwiches, ice cream, and beverages.
- ๐๏ธ Museum Shop: Sells books on Korean culture and souvenirs.
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Public Education
- ๐ Programs: Offers a variety of educational programs for adults, and multicultural and socially alienated groups.
- ๐ญ Performances: Traditional folk performances are held on an ongoing basis.
- ๐งธ Children's Museum: Encourages children to understand and advance Korean history and culture through interactive exhibits.
- ๐ Publications: The museum publishes reports and conducts public education programs including lectures.
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International Exchange
- ๐ Cultural Galleries: Assists renowned museums overseas to establish Korean cultural galleries.
- ๐ค Partnerships: Actively pursues cultural partnership projects and training programs for specialists from foreign museums.
- ๐ Seminars: Hosts international exchange seminars for experts and academics.
- ๐ Global Reach: Aims to allow people worldwide to experience Korean culture.
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| Travel Information |
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| ๐ย ย ย Phone: +82 2-3704-3114 |
| ๐ย ย ย Website: https://www.nfm.go.kr/home/index.do/ |
| ๐ย ย ย Hours: See hours |
| ๐ย ย ย Address: 37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea |
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