Accelerating the Construction of the Namdo Uibyeong History Museum

Jeollanam-do Invests 42.2 Billion KRW, Temporary Opening in December
Current Construction Progress at 52%... Expected to Serve as an Educational Institution

Construction of the Namdo Uprising History Museum is underway, aiming for a temporary opening in December this year. The progress rate is 52%. Provided by Jeonnam Province

Jeollanam-do is accelerating the construction of the Namdo Uibyeong History Museum, which is expected to become a landmark representing the spirit of Jeollanam-do.

The construction progress of the Namdo Uibyeong History Museum, which is being built on the site of the Naju Image Theme Park, is currently at 52%. The goal is to open the museum temporarily in December this year.

The Namdo Uibyeong History Museum was promoted as a key project by then-Governor Kim Yungrok of Jeollanam-do during the 7th popularly elected administration, to mark the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea in 2019. The project aims to redefine the identity of the Honam region as the greatest birthplace of the Uibyeong (righteous army) who led the national salvation movement and to inspire pride among local residents.

Construction of the Namdo Uibyeong History Museum began in March 2024, with a total project cost of 42.2 billion KRW. The museum will have one above-ground floor and one basement floor, and will include a memorial lounge, permanent exhibition hall, special exhibition hall, memorial exhibition hall, children's museum, multipurpose auditorium, cafeteria, and storage facilities.

The permanent exhibition hall will showcase the history of the Uibyeong, from the first activities during the Joseon Dynasty to the anti-Japanese Uibyeong struggles of the Korean Empire era, using a variety of sculptures and digital media to tell the stories of those who fought to save the nation and protect their homeland.

The memorial exhibition hall will be created as a space to honor the patriotic spirit and sacrifices of the ordinary people who voluntarily rose up as Uibyeong, while the children's museum will be designed as an educational space where children, as future leaders, can experience the lives of the Uibyeong from their own perspective.

The multipurpose auditorium will offer customized educational and experiential programs for different groups, and the cafeteria overlooking the Yeongsangang River will serve as a rest area for visitors as well as a local tourist attraction.

Since 2019, a total of 3,007 Uibyeong-related artifacts have been collected. Major artifacts include the "Honam Jeoluiryeok," "Namhan Pokdodaetobeolgi Memorial Photo Album," "Dongmaengrok," "Uibyeong Yang Dalsa Tongmun," "Maechun Hwang Hyeon Maechun Yarok," and "Portraits and Photos of Hwang Hyeon."

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