Gahoe Museum, Folk art museum in Gahoe-dong, South Korea.
Description
Gahoe Museum occupies a traditional Korean house with two floors displaying over 2,000 folk paintings and religious amulets from the region. The collection spans various artistic styles and objects that reflect different periods of Korean cultural expression.
History
The museum was established in 2002 when a private collection of 1.500 historical objects was opened to the public. The holdings have grown to reflect artistic traditions that developed across several centuries of Korean history.
Culture
The folk paintings here depict daily routines, spiritual beliefs, and traditional symbols that shaped Korean life. Viewing them gives visitors a direct sense of how people practiced their faith and celebrated important occasions.
Practical
The museum is located in Gahoe-dong and accessible via Anguk Station on Line 3 of the subway. Visitors should expect narrow rooms and steep stairs as the building is a traditional residential house.
Did you know?
The museum offers workshops where visitors learn traditional Korean painting techniques and create their own artwork. These sessions provide hands-on experience with the region's artistic heritage.
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