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National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung [MMCA Deoksugung]

Free Seoul

TypeNational museum / gallery
Address99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
HoursTuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday: 10:00-18:00Wednesday, Saturday: 10:00-21:00 * Last admission: 1 hr before closing* Hours subject to change by exhibition
ClosedMondays, January 1
Admission* Varies by exhibition; please refer to the official website for details.
Phone+82-2-2022-0600
Korean name국립현대미술관 덕수궁

About

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung (MMCA Deoksugung) was originally built as an annex to the National Museum of Contemporary Art. The museum specializes in seeking out and researching modern art, exhibiting and preserving it, supporting and developing educational programs, and furthering publications and international exchanges. Located within Deoksugung Palace, the center maintains a unique traditional atmosphere. The museum planned and showcased a total of 38 unique exhibitions from 1998 to 2005. Besides the exhibitions, the center has various performances such as music and mime, as well as lectures or seminars on artists' works.

Text: Korea Tourism Organization (English tourism data)

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