Gangwon Forestry Museum to Hold Special Exhibition 'Pine Tree, Creating Culture' on the 31st

Gangwon Forestry Museum and National Arboretum Jointly Organize Exhibition

The Gangwon Provincial Autonomous Forestry Science Institute (Forestry Museum) announced on October 23 that it will hold the exhibition 'Pine Tree, Creating Culture,' jointly planned with the National Arboretum, from October 31, 2025, to February 28, 2026.

'Pine Tree, Creating Culture' Poster. Provided by Gangwon Provincial Autonomous Forestry Science Institute

This exhibition aims to shed new light on the ecological value and cultural symbolism of pine trees, presenting forest culture content that harmonizes tradition and modernity.

Approximately 60 items from the collections of the National Arboretum and the Forestry Museum will be displayed. The exhibition is organized into three sections: ▲ 'Pine Tree Ecology,' which explores the emergence, distribution, and ecological characteristics of pine trees; ▲ 'Pine Tree Culture,' which highlights the meaning and symbolism of pine trees found in the lives and wisdom of ancestors; and ▲ 'The Future and Coexistence of Pine Trees,' which introduces efforts for inter-Korean exchange and pine tree preservation through projects such as the control of pine wilt disease and pine gall midge.

In particular, the exhibition-linked experiential education program 'Autumn Pine Table' offers activities for families and couples, including ▲ 'Making a Pine Tree Tray' and ▲ 'Pine Tree Snack Room (Making Songhwa Powder Treats).' Participants will have the opportunity to experience the scent and texture of pine through all five senses and creatively reinterpret the traditional beauty that blends nature and daily life, together with woodworking instructor Lee Jaehee, natural dye artist Yoo Oksim, and sculptural artist Park Inja.

At the opening event, the 'Culture Day - Youth Mic' performance, supported by the Regional Culture Promotion Agency, will feature a fusion of traditional music and the folk band 'Nodana Gasorae,' the upbeat rhythm of the tap dance team 'Anyone Tap Dance,' and the street dance team 'Dooda Street,' which includes locking and b-boying. These young artists will transform the museum into a vibrant space for contemporary art.

Hong Changsoo, Director of the Gangwon Provincial Autonomous Forestry Science Institute, stated, "The pine tree has long been the most beloved tree of our people and the foundation of traditional knowledge and daily culture. Through this exhibition, we aim to connect the roots of tradition with contemporary sensibilities and explore new directions in forest culture together with local young artists."

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