National Intangible Heritage Center 국립무형유산원
Jeonju · Seohak-dong, Jeonju Stream & Hyoja · Museums & exhibits
The National Intangible Heritage Center preserves and presents Korea's living traditions, from crafts and music to performing arts and cooking. Exhibits are free and the museum is closed on Mondays. Inside you can see demonstrations, displays about master craftspeople and rotating exhibitions, and weekend performances may need advance booking through the website.
The building is modern and comfortable, which suits rainy days, and the staff are used to visitors. Check on arrival whether English guides are available, as options may vary.
The center is in Seohak-dong, about 15 minutes from the Hanok Village by taxi or city bus. Show the Korean name to a driver. (Show a driver: 국립무형유산원)
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 국립무형유산원
- Best time to visit
- Visit on a weekday or weekend afternoon; check the performance calendar before you go.
- Pair it with
- Seohak-dong Art Village and Wansan Park Flower Hill are close, and Hanbyeokdang & Jeonju Stream Path is a short ride.
- Great for
- Families with kids, Parents
- Local tip
- Free and closed Mondays, with exhibits and weekend performances (book ahead for shows). A good rainy-day option in Seohak-dong.
- Reservations
- Book performances in advance (website)