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Haslla Art World & Pinocchio Museum
A new type of art museum created with the theme of Pinocchio's story
Introduction Haslla Art World & Pinocchio Museum, a place where the nature, people and art interact, is a unique art park located on the cliff by the sea. This place is special, because it is located at a spot where the world and people are connected using the slope face with the view of the blue waters of the East Sea. In the Pinocchio Museum found inside Haslla Art World, visitors can read kinetic elements and stories, and there are also familiar exhibitions for children as well as adults. Tourist guide Haslla Art World & Pinocchio Museum is open year-round, and groups of more than 30 people, local residents, and senior citizens can buy tickets at a discounted price. It moves to the right side of the East Sea, Jeongdongjin, and Unification Park, and appears once you turn left. Haslla Art World & Pinocchio Museum holds various exhibitions of various artists, and offers various experience programs as a part of culture and arts support project. Tourist Tips In Haslla Art World, there is the Pinocchio Museum which is full of kinetic art works such as Pinocchio story and Museum of Contemporary Art. Also, there is a marionette (the origin of Pinocchio) art museum, and also Haslla Experience Learning where visitors can enjoy various programs using five senses.
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Downtown
Gangneung Municipal Art Museum – Solol
Gangneung Municipal Art Museum Solol embodies the architectural philosophy of Richard Meier, expressing a unique aesthetic through simplicity of form, materials, and composition, as well as a harmonious relationship with nature.
Introduction Gangneung Municipal Art Museum Solol embodies the architectural philosophy of Richard Meier, expressing a unique aesthetic through simplicity of form, materials, and composition, as well as a harmonious relationship with nature. The museum strives to be an open space where people, nature, art, and architecture blend seamlessly. Its design organically connects the interior and exterior, allowing visitors to experience and appreciate art immersed in a natural setting, offering a truly special experience. Tourist Tips Gangneung Municipal Art Museum Solol is an open museum where people, nature, art, and architecture harmoniously come together. Through exhibitions featuring renowned domestic and international artists as well as large-scale curated shows, the museum offers high-quality exhibitions that balance artistic value and public appeal. It also operates customized educational programs tailored to visitors' needs.Visitors wishing to attend exhibitions are recommended to book their tickets in advance through the museum’s online website.We encourage participation in a variety of educational programs designed for all ages, including exhibition-linked programs for children and adults, allowing visitors to directly experience and learn about culture and art.Located within Gangneung’s Gyodong 7th Park, Solol is surrounded by a serene natural environment with diverse plants such as pine trees, oak trees, and cherry blossoms. The museum features various outdoor spaces, gardens, and walking paths thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the surrounding nature, providing visitors the opportunity to enjoy cultural experiences in a tranquil natural setting. Visitor Guidelines ⦁No Flash PhotographyFlash photography is prohibited. The use of tripods, selfie sticks, and commercial filming is not allowed.⦁View Artworks with Your Eyes OnlyPlease do not cross the guide lines installed in front of the artworks.⦁Maintain Silence During ViewingRefrain from running or making excessive movements.⦁No SmokingAll areas within the museum are designated non-smoking zones.⦁No Food or Drink AllowedPlease store food and beverages in lockers or designated storage areas before viewing.⦁No Pets AllowedOnly service dogs are permitted; all other pets are prohibited.⦁No Mobile Phone UsePlease turn off your phone or set it to silent/vibrate mode during your visit.⦁Safety PrecautionsYoung children must be accompanied by a guardian holding their hand. Please pay attention to safety at all times.
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Downtown
Gangneung Museum of Art
The only municipal art museum in Gangwon-do
Introduction Gangneung Municipal Museum of Art was reopened in April, 2014 from the former private Gangneung Museum of Art, which was opened in September 2006. Gangneung Museum of Art is equipped with an exhibition space of 160 pyong as a two-story building. It plans a variety of exhibitions to communicate with not only artists but also other visitors, and has extended a culture and art education through various experience programs. Tourist guide Gangneung Museum of Art collects valuable works of art, finds new artists, and encourages the participation from and communication with local residents. As it provides exhibitions under the various themes as well as private exhibitions, it is recommended to check its schedule on the online homepage before paying a visit. It can rent a hall to artists who want to have exhibitions. It provides exhibition-linked programs as well as other educational programs for various age groups including children and adult programs. It is recommended to participate in various culture and art programs. Right after viewing the art museum, it is recommended to enjoy the landscape by walking the charming front yards around the building. Tourist Tips It is easy to find Gangneung Museum of Art, because there appears a signboard upon walking five minutes from a bus station of Jeil High School. It stands high on a hill, so it might be difficult to have an access. However, visitors can forget all about such difficulty when they look down the splendid night view of downtown Gangneung at sunset. Moreover, there are many new cultural spaces and cafes around Gangneung Museum of Art, so it is recommended to visit them after viewing the museum. Gangneung Museum of Art has artistically communicated with not only local residents but also tourists by finding works of art reflecting various aspects of culture and history in quiet and calm natural environments and artists who express the beauty of Korea in their works. Inside the museum, it provides leaflets for introducing current exhibitions and leaflets about the museum itself, through which visitors can check information on fine art as well as Gangneung. It opens from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Tuesday to Sunday. Visitors must enter the museum 20 minutes before its closure. It is free and closes on every Monday, January 1, Lunar New Year’s Day and Chuseok Holiday. No food and drink is allowed. No photography and video is allowed. It provides various private and special exhibitions on schedule, so it is recommended to check it before paying a visit. Information on the past special exhibitions is summarized in its homepage, so it is recommended for those who missed exhibitions.