Ewha Womans University Museum was opened on April 6th, 1935 as part of the effort to preserve Korean cultural heritage in the midst of the Japanese occupation with donations coming from it’s faculty and students. During the Korean war the museum’s contents were moved to Pilsenggak, the main hall of Ewha’s temporary campus in the [...]]]>

Ewha Museum Entrance

Ewha Womans University Museum was opened on April 6th, 1935 as part of the effort to preserve Korean cultural heritage in the midst of the Japanese occupation with donations coming from it’s faculty and students. During the Korean war the museum’s contents were moved to Pilsenggak, the main hall of Ewha’s temporary campus in the city of Busan. When Seoul was regained the museum was moved back to Ewha University. The museum was moved to its current location in 1990. Over the years the Museum was expanded to add a Modern Art Gallery and Special Exhibition Hall.

The museum holds an extensive collection of Korean cultural heritage items ranging from prehistoric Korea to modern times including the Jeseon Period. It houses one National Treasure, the “White Porcelain Jar with Grapevine Design“. On the basement floor you can find artifacts that were donated to the museum. The 1st floor is the permanent exhibition hall which shows us a glimpse into the life of people during the Jeseon Dynasty. The 2nd floor has the modern art gallery and the special exhibition hall. Every few months different exhibition are held here. Currently until the 23rd of July, 2011 they are showcasing traditional and modern artifacts from Korea, China and Japan.

Check out their website for more information Ewha Museum Website.

Opening Hours / Admission:
Monday – Saturday 9:30 – 17:00
Closed Sundays, National Holidays and Summer / Winter Breaks.

Admission is free.

How to get Ewha Womans University Museum:
Take line to Ewha Womans University station and leave exit 2 or 3 and continue walking straight until you reach the university.

Seoul Museum of History was founded by Seoul Metropolitan Government to present the history and culture of Seoul from the Joseon Dynasty to the present day. The museum was opened on May 21st, 2002. Prior to 2002 the museum was called Seoul City Museum.

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Museum of History Seoul Entrance

Seoul Museum of History was founded by Seoul Metropolitan Government to present the history and culture of Seoul from the Joseon Dynasty to the present day. The museum was opened on May 21st, 2002. Prior to 2002 the museum was called Seoul City Museum.

Outside the museum you will find the outdoor exhibition. This comprises of a 1930′s street car that was operated in Gwanghwamun area. 27 stone monuments including the tombstone of Prince Eunsin and a water fountain. There are also some benches and rest areas where people can take a rest from the hustle and bustle of Seoul.

The Museum is split up into 5 zones, the Special Exhibition Hall and the Exhibition Hall of Donated Collections.

ZONE 1: This exhibition hall focuses on the historical status and role of Seoul as the capital city of the Jeseon Dynasty.

ZONE 2: This exhibition introduces the lives of Seoul’s inhabitant’s during the Jeseon Dynasty.

ZONE 3: This exhibition presents the culture of Seoul, including texts from books, maps astronomical charts and royal clothing.

ZONE 4: This exhibition provides information about 20th Century Seoul including the  development and achievements over the years and what we might expect from Seoul in the near-future

ZONE 5: This exhibition hall presents an amazingly precise model of Seoul built to a scale of 1/1,500. The measurements are extremely precise and it’s amazing to see how big Seoul actually is.

Admission / Opening Hours:
Admission is free to all.
Weekdays: 09:00 to 21:00
Weekends 09:00 to 19:00 (March – October), 09:00 to 18:00 (November – February)

How to get to the Museum of History Seoul:
The Museum is located near 5 subway stops.
Line 5 exit 7 at Gwanghwamun Station
Line 5 exit 4 at Seodaemun Station
Line 3 exit 6 at Gyeongbokgung Station
Line 2 exit 12 at City Hall Station
Line 1 exit 3 at City Hall Station
Please click on the map below for the location of the Museum