Hahoe Mask Museum 하회세계탈박물관
Andong · Hahoe Village & Byeongsan Seowon · Museums & exhibits
Beside the entrance to Hahoe, this private museum starts with the Hahoe masks used in the village's ritual drama and extends to masks from many parts of Korea and across the world. The Hahoe displays are the highlight: the yangban noble mask has a separate jaw, so tilting the head turns its smile into a frown. Each character, from the old woman to the bride, shows a distinct personality.
Comparing them with masks from Africa, Asia and Europe interests children too. Allow about fifty minutes. A Hahoe Village ticket may include the museum, so check at the gate.
A snack and shaved-ice stand operates inside.
It stands next to the Hahoe entrance area, near the shuttle stop. Reach Hahoe by bus from Andong or taxi in 40 minutes. (Show a driver: 하회세계탈박물관)
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 하회세계탈박물관
- Best time to visit
- Before the afternoon dance show, or on a rainy day when the village is less pleasant.
- Pair it with
- Hahoe Byeolsin-gut Mask Dance Performance and Andong Hahoe Village are next door.
- Great for
- Families with kids
- Local tip
- A museum of Hahoe masks and masks from around the world, next to the Hahoe ticket area. A Hahoe Village ticket may include entry (check at the gate); a cafe inside serves shaved ice.