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Gwangju Museum of Art (광주시립미술관)

52, Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

About

Dive into the heart of local Korean creativity at the Gwangju Museum of Art. Visitors can expect a deep immersion into the island's artistic heritage, featuring a vast collection of works by acclaimed local artists. This museum is perfect for art enthusiasts and cultural explorers who wish to understand regional Korean talent. While the permanent collection is always captivating, be sure to check the schedule for special planned exhibitions. It’s a fantastic spot to visit year-round, but checking for announcements about major cultural programs makes the experience even richer.

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The Gwangju Museum of Art was founded on August 1, 1992, to promote local artists. In 1996, it served as the venue for the Gwangju Biennale. The museum holds over 560 works, including those from Heo Baekryeon, Oh Jiho, Yang Su-ah, and Im Jik-sun, all local artists. In addition to the permanent exhibitions, the museum also has special planned exhibitions and other cultural programs.

Information

Phone

+82-62-613-7100

Website

artmuse.gwangju.go.kr

Hours

10:00-18:00
* Last Wednesday of every month 10:00-20:00

Closed

Mondays, New Year’s Day, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year’s Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
* Additional closures to be announced as necessary

Parking

Available

Fee

Free

Visitors also explore Jungoe Park (중외공원), Gwangju Design Biennale (광주디자인비엔날레) and Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall (광주비엔날레전시관) near this location.