Gwangju Folk Museum

Gwangju Folk Museum houses everyday objects, clothing, and tools from earlier times in this city. The exhibits show how people lived here, what they ate, how they furnished their homes, and what work they did each day.

The museum was founded to preserve the way of life of earlier generations in Gwangju before this knowledge disappeared. It documents agricultural and domestic practices that were maintained in this region over many centuries.

The collections display handcrafts and art forms passed down through generations in this region. You can see how people here once worked and transmitted their skills across families.

Mornings are best for visiting when the museum is less crowded and you can view everything comfortably. The outdoor areas with traditional houses are worth spending time in during good weather, so plan more time indoors if rain is expected.

The reconstructed traditional houses outdoors show different architectural styles that varied by time and purpose. Walking inside them reveals how cramped the spaces were and how people lived with few furnishings and possessions.

Location: Gwangju

Website: http://gjfm.gwangju.go.kr

GPS coordinates: 35.18417,126.88864

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01