Andong Folk Museum (안동민속박물관)
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Andong Folk Museum (안동민속박물관)

13, Minsokchon-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

About

Dive into Korean heritage at the Andong Folk Museum, nestled within the historic Andong Dam Folk Village. Visitors can expect a deep immersion into local life, exploring preserved houses and artifacts covering folk, Buddhist, and Confucian traditions. The museum offers both structured indoor exhibits and an open-air setting. Culture enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking authentic Korean roots will find it highly rewarding. A gentle stroll year-round makes this cultural stop accessible anytime.

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Andong Folk Museum is located within the Andong Dam Folk Village, a collection of houses and items collected before being submerged after the creation of the dam. The museum preserves and educates visitors on folk, Buddhist, and Confucian cultures. The museum is divided into an indoor section and an outdoor section. The indoor section in particular focuses on the unique cultural aspects of Andong through various exhibitions, as well as in the video screening room. The outdoor section features nearly 20 traditional structures, including hanok houses and old ice storage rooms, providing a closer look at the lifestyle of the past.
Information
Phone
+82-54-821-0649
Website
www.andong.go.kr
Hours
09:00-18:00 (* Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.)
Closed
January 1, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
Parking
Available
Fee
Free

Visitors also explore Andong Folk Village (안동민속촌), Andong Dam (안동댐) and Woryeonggyo Bridge (월영교) near this location.

Location

36.57875, 128.76639

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