'K-Heritage Art Exhibition' to Be Held at Changdeokgung Palace Next Month

Fifty-One Traditional Artisans and Contemporary Artists Participate

The National Heritage Administration announced on August 27 that it will hold the 'K-Heritage Art Exhibition' at Nakseonjae in Changdeokgung Palace from September 2 to 7.

Last year's 'Nakseonjae Yu_Eumui Gyeol' Exhibition Site
[Photo by National Heritage Administration]

This public-private collaborative exhibition, themed 'Nakseonjae Yu_Ieumui Hap,' is organized by the Changdeokgung Office of the Palaces and Royal Tombs Center, Savers Korea, the Korea Heritage Foundation, and Binggrae. Fifty-one participants, including intangible cultural heritage holders, traditional artisans, and contemporary artists, will take part. The exhibition will showcase around 140 works that blend traditional arts and modern interpretations, such as moon jars, embroidered folding screens, quilted garments, and celadon. Through these diverse works that harmonize tradition and modernity, the exhibition aims to convey the cultural value and significance of generational connection and integration.

Anyone visiting Changdeokgung Palace during the exhibition period can enjoy the exhibition free of charge. Those who wish to hear detailed explanations about the works can join the guided tour program, which is offered three times daily (at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.).

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