Audio Guide Jeonju Hanji Museum

Name: Audio Guide Jeonju Hanji Museum
Brand: Guipock
Price: 1.50 EUR
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Jeonju

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Duration: 12 min

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About this place

South Korea's first museum dedicated to hanji paper, housed in Jeonju. The collection comprises over 3,000 objects showcasing this traditional craft through interactive displays and audiovisual exhibits. Visitors can also participate in hands-on workshops to learn the hanji-making process. What to see includes both historical pieces and contemporary applications of this fine paper, making it essential for anyone interested in Korean artistic heritage and traditional papermaking techniques.

Practical information

59 Palbok-ro, 팔복동 Deokjin-gu, Jeonju, Jeonbuk State, South Korea

Opening hoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: Closed

Points included in this audio guide

Permanent Hanji Collection Room

The Permanent Collection Hall at Jeonju's Hanji Museum is the heart of the institution, showcasing selected pieces from the museum's collection of approximately 3,000 hanji-related objects. This gallery forms the core of the museum's holdings, supported by a comprehensive database that documents the history and characteristics of traditional Korean paper. It's essential for anyone wanting to understand hanji and its significance in Korean culture.

Special Exhibitions Space

The Jeonju Hanji Museum's special exhibitions space hosts two temporary shows annually, each exploring different aspects of paper. This rotating programme complements the museum's permanent collection with regularly refreshed content, offering visitors an opportunity to engage with evolving themes centred on hanji and its cultural significance.

Hanji Paper and Woodblock Printing Workshop

Located within Jeonju's Hanji Museum, this workshop offers hands-on experience in traditional Korean papermaking and woodblock printing techniques. Visitors can actively participate in creating hanji, the distinctive Korean paper, and learn woodblock engraving methods. The facility welcomes the general public with individual bookings available. Groups of 20 or more must arrange reservations in advance. An excellent opportunity to visit and learn authentic craft skills from experienced practitioners.