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Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
Gangwon
Museum of Oriental Embroidery
The Museum of Oriental Embroidery, opened on January 11, 2011, exclusively displays the beautiful works crafted by women of the past.
Why go
The Museum of Oriental Embroidery, opened on January 11, 2011, exclusively displays the beautiful works crafted by women of the past. Over 500 pieces of Oriental embroidery from Korea, China and Japan are on display, and another 100 Western embroidery works are also displayed in a special exhibition hall. In this cultural space, one can discover the aesthetic world of Oriental embroidery. Official location: 140-12, Jukheon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. Visiting hours: March-November 09:00-18:00 December-February 10:00-17:00. Closure information: N/A (Open all year round). Parking: Available. Admission information: Individuals - Adults 6,000 won / Students 5,000 won / Preschoolers 4,000 won Groups - Adults 5,000 won / Students 4,000 won / Preschoolers 3,000 won * Group: 30 people or more. Information contact: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-644-0600.
Quick highlights
- Collection of traditional and contemporary East Asian embroidery pieces
- Displays examining stitching techniques and cultural symbolism
- Educational materials on embroidery methods and materials
- Insight into regional variations across Oriental embroidery traditions
- Detailed examination of embroidery as fine art
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