Shinan-gun, Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Republic of Korea Political History Archive Hall

A Comprehensive Overview of South Korea's Political History from President Kim Dae-jung's Hometown, Haewido

[Sinan=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Choi Jae-kyung] On the 20th, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Republic of Korea Political History Archive Hall on Haewido Island.

About 500 residents from the Haewi 3-do area, along with Park Woo-ryang, the mayor of Sinan-gun, attended the event, expressing their expectations for the project.

The building, which has been operated as a Salt Museum since 2006, will be expanded and transformed into a two-story, 727㎡ Political History Archive Hall.

The overall design is inspired by the birthplace of President Kim Dae-jung, featuring a thatched roof added to the existing building.

The Archive Hall will consist of exhibition rooms, media rooms, management offices, and lounges.

The main exhibitions will provide an overview of the history of the Korean people from the Japanese colonial period, covering politicians and political events that contributed to the development of democracy.

To differentiate from traditional exhibition methods, the latest technologies such as AR, VR, and media art will be extensively used.

So far, over 8,600 items have been secured, and there are plans to collect materials from the entire nation in the future.

Mayor Park Woo-ryang said, “We will honor the spirit of human rights and peace, which was the wish of President Kim Dae-jung, and provide various attractions for tourists visiting Haewido. Since collecting materials is important for the Archive Hall, we ask for nationwide participation and support.”

Meanwhile, the project involves an investment of 4 billion KRW and is scheduled to be completed in the first half of next year, with an opening planned for the second half.

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