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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

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TypeNational museum / gallery
Address198 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
HoursRegular hours 10:00-18:00 * Wednesdays and Saturdays 10:00-21:00 * Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
ClosedNew Year’s Day, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
AdmissionFree
Phone+82-2-3703-9200
Korean name대한민국역사박물관

About

The National Museum of Korean Contemporary History opened on December 26, 2012, and showcases Korea's modern history, from the opening of Incheon Port to current times. The museum provides an in-depth look at the changes in the nation through exhibitions and educational programs, as well as researching, developing, and collecting materials. The museum is comprised of four exhibition halls; Prelude to the Republic of Korea, Foundation of the Republic of Korea, Development of the Republic of Korea, and Modernization of South Korea, toward the World. In addition, the Korean History Dream Village features a hands-on program hall for children to learn modern and contemporary history. In addition to special exhibitions, the museum also offers educational and cultural programs for children.

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