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Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관)

Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

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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.

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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. Plan this visit using the official information above as the baseline. Operating hours, admission conditions, programs, access rules, and parking arrangements can change after this review, so confirm the latest notice on the linked official website before departure. This is especially important when a visit depends on a particular exhibition, guided program, seasonal activity, reservation, or accessibility service. Museum of Oriental Embroidery (동양자수박물관) is presented here as a destination rather than as a commercial listing. The description focuses on the setting and visitor experience documented by the Korea Tourism Organization. Respect residential, religious, ecological, and cultural-property rules where they apply, and use the official contact for questions that affect access or safety.

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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FAQ

Where is Museum of Oriental Embroidery located?

140-12, Jukheon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

What are Museum of Oriental Embroidery's opening hours?

March-November 09:00-18:00 December-February 10:00-17:00

Is there an admission fee?

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