National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, South Korea

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art is an art museum in Gwacheon with multiple floors filled with exhibition spaces for Korean and international works. The rooms display paintings, installations, and other artistic media from different decades.

The museum was founded in 1969 when South Korea was rapidly modernizing and needed a space for contemporary art. Its creation reflected the country's desire to have a gathering place for artistic experimentation.

The space displays how Korean artists have blended traditional forms with modern ideas, shaping the look of the contemporary art scene today. You see this mix of old and new techniques throughout the galleries, reflecting Korean artistic practice.

Visiting is possible during regular opening hours, and tours in multiple languages are available for those who want guidance through the galleries. With multiple floors to explore, allow time to walk between rooms and discover the different exhibitions.

The museum provides space for international artists to work on-site and engage with the local artistic world. Visitors can sometimes watch these artists in their studios as they create new work.

Location: 과천시

Inception: 1969

Official opening: 1969

Address: 광명로

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-18:00

Website: https://mmca.go.kr/eng

GPS coordinates: 37.57850,126.98000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52