MMCA Gwacheon - Permanent Exhibition "Korean Modern and Contemporary Art II"

Name: MMCA Gwacheon - Permanent Exhibition "Korean Modern and Contemporary Art II"
Start: 2026-04-22
End: 2027-06-27
Location: Gwacheon

MMCA 과천 상설전 «한국근현대미술 II»

This permanent collection exhibition showcases approximately 120 major artworks created in the latter half of the 20th century. Spanning from the late 1950s to the late 1990s, the display traces the evolution of Korean modern and contemporary art across figurative and abstract, traditional and contemporary expressions through newly organized thematic sections. Topics such as the founding of the nation and the arts, as well as modernist women artists, illuminate previously overlooked creators and movements. Dedicated sections on masters like Kim Hwanki and Yun Hyungkeun provide deeper engagement with their artistic worlds.

Book on the official site

Dates: Apr 22, 2026 → Jun 27, 2027
Venue: Gwacheon · 🌸 Gyeonggi
Price: ₩3,000
Ticketing: Official museum site

Practical information

Exact location: Gwacheon
Organiser: National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art

🎟️ How to book — Official museum site

1
Check opening hours on the museum's official site
Many Korean national museums close one day a week, often Mondays — worth checking before you make the trip.
2
Book a time slot for the most popular exhibitions
The most anticipated temporary exhibitions sometimes limit access to online time-slot reservations, especially on weekends.
3
Permanent collections are often free
Only certain special or temporary exhibitions charge admission — the permanent collection itself is free to enter at most national museums.
4
Book ahead for groups or guided tours
School groups and guided tours generally need to be booked directly with the museum ahead of the visit.

💡 Good to know

Many Korean national museums close one day a week (often Mondays) — check before you go.