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Leeungno Museum (이응노 미술관)

157 Dunsan-daero, Seo-gu, Daejeon

About

Discover the Leeungno Museum, a unique journey into Korean artistic modernization. Visitors can expect to encounter diverse art—from detailed reliefs to paintings—showcasing the life and vision of master architect Goam Lee Ungno. Designed by French architect Laurent Beaudouin, the building itself is a treat for architecture enthusiasts. This museum is perfect for art lovers and anyone interested in Korea's cultural history. While timing isn't specified, it is a worthwhile cultural stop whenever you are in the region.

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Leeungno Museum, opened in May 2007, commemorates the life and work of the artist Goam Lee Ungno (1904-1989), who devoted his whole life to the modernization and globalization of Korean tradition through architecture. The museum consists of one basement floor and two ground floors designed by French architect Laurent Beaudouin. Various art works from reliefs to paintings can be found throughout the museum.

Information

Phone

Information not available

Website

www.leeungnomuseum.or.kr

Hours

March-October 10:00-19:00
November-February 10:00-18:00
* Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.

Closed

Mondays (if Monday is a public holiday, it will close the next day), New Year's Day, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)

Parking

Available

Fee

Individuals: Adults 1,000 won / Children & Teenagers 600 won
Groups: Adults 800 won / Children & Teenagers 400 won

* Adults (ages 25-64)
* Groups: 20 people or more
* Free: Senior citizens (ages 65 or more) & preschoolers (ages 6 or under)
* Free admission on Culture Day (last Wednesday of each month)
* Separate admission fee applies for special exhibitions or planned exhibitions.

Visitors also explore Daejeon Museum of Art (대전시립미술관), Daejeon EXPO Plaza (엑스포시민광장) and Hanbat Arboretum (한밭수목원) near this location.