National Palace Museum of Korea to Hold 'In-Depth Exploration of Royal Culture' Educational Program

Linked to the Special Exhibition of Changdeokgung Palace Murals
Three Sessions to Be Held

The National Palace Museum of Korea announced on August 25 that it will hold the 'In-Depth Exploration of Royal Culture' program three times: on the 27th of this month, and on the 3rd and 17th of next month.

'In-Depth Exploration of Royal Culture' Poster

This is a social and educational program that has been held annually since 2008 with new themes each year, aiming to spread knowledge of royal culture to the general public.

This year, in connection with the special exhibition 'Splendid Murals of Changdeokgung Palace,' the program will spotlight six murals that once adorned Daejojeon Hall, Gyeonghungak Pavilion, and Huijeongdang Hall in Changdeokgung Palace.

On the 27th, Professor Kisuyeon of Seoul National University will lecture on 'The Reconstruction of the Inner Court of Changdeokgung Palace and the Emergence of Auxiliary Murals in the Early 20th Century.' On September 3, Lee Hongju, a researcher at the National Palace Museum of Korea, will discuss 'The Production Process of Murals in the Inner Court of Changdeokgung Palace.' On September 17, Professor Kim Soyeon of Ewha Womans University will present on 'Tradition and Innovation: The Modern Narrative of Changdeokgung Palace Murals.'

Participants will be accepted on-site from 1:30 p.m. on the day of each event without prior registration. A museum official stated, "We hope this will serve as an opportunity to newly highlight the historical significance and value of the Joseon royal cultural heritage."

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