Gwangju Folk Museum, Folk museum in Gwangju, South Korea.
The museum displays a collection of traditional clothing, household items, tools, and artifacts reflecting the daily life of past generations in the region.
This institution preserves and documents the agricultural, social, and domestic practices of Gwangju residents through carefully curated exhibitions of historical objects.
The museum contains multiple exhibition spaces dedicated to local traditions, folk art, and crafts that demonstrate the skills of regional artisans.
Visitors can access the museum daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with extended hours until 8 p.m. on Saturdays between April and October.
The outdoor exhibition area features reconstructed traditional houses that demonstrate the architectural styles from different periods in Gwangju's history.
Location: Gwangju
Website: http://gjfm.gwangju.go.kr
GPS coordinates: 35.18417,126.88864
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:44
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