National Museum of Korean Contemporary History (대한민국역사박물관)

* Special closure on March 21, 2026

The National Museum of Korean Contemporary History opened on December 26, 2012, and showcases Korea's modern history, from the opening of Incheon Port to current times. The museum provides an in-depth look at the changes in the nation through exhibitions and educational programs, as well as researching, developing, and collecting materials. The museum is comprised of four exhibition halls; Prelude to the Republic of Korea, Foundation of the Republic of Korea, Development of the Republic of Korea, and Modernization of South Korea, toward the World. In addition, the Korean History Dream Village features a hands-on program hall for children to learn modern and contemporary history. In addition to special exhibitions, the museum also offers educational and cultural programs for children.

Opening Hours

Regular hours 10:00-18:00 * Wednesdays and Saturdays 10:00-21:00 * Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.  

Fee

Free  

Holiday

New Year’s Day, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)  

Inquiry/Information

+82-2-3703-9200  

Collections Status

106,000 pieces (as of late 2015)

Reservation for Foreigners

No reservation required
* Reservation for exhibition explanations for groups of 10 or more: +82-2-3703-9250

Foreign Language Intepretation Services

1F Information Desk: Audio guide available (English, Japanese, Chinese)