National Gwacheon Science Museum Releases Limited-Edition Commemorative Goods Celebrating Nuri and Danuri Achievements

Unveiled Ahead of Nuri Rocket's Fourth Launch in November
First Pilot Project for Science Culture Brand Goods

A special limited-edition commemorative product celebrating the achievements of South Korea's space development has been released.

The National Gwacheon Science Museum announced that, starting October 31, it will unveil eight types of commemorative goods themed around "Achievements of South Korea's Space Development" and begin selling them through the "goods vending machine" installed on the first floor of the central hall in the permanent exhibition area.

This product line is the first result of the museum’s pilot project to diversify science culture souvenirs.

Space Development Achievement Utilization National Gwacheon Science Museum Commemorative Products. Provided by National Gwacheon Science Museum

Until now, the Gwacheon Science Museum mainly sold dolls and character merchandise, but as demand for "science museum goods to commemorate visits" has recently increased among visitors, the museum has begun developing new types of souvenirs.

The year 2025 is especially significant for the museum, as a life-sized model of the Nuri rocket will be exhibited in May and the fourth launch of the Nuri rocket is scheduled for November 27, further commemorating the achievements in space development that have garnered national attention.

The released products include: ▲ two types of commemorative stamps (6,880 KRW each), ▲ five types of illustrated postcards (1,500 KRW each), and ▲ the "Cosmic Latte" ballpoint pen set (two pens per set, 8,000 KRW). Sales will continue from today until stocks run out.

The "two types of commemorative stamps" are official limited-edition stamps issued by Korea Post to commemorate the Nuri rocket launch and the successful lunar orbiter Danuri mission. The "five types of illustrated postcards" feature: ▲ detailed artwork by artist Kim Nahyun, a graduate of Hongik University’s Department of Oriental Painting (showing the Nuri rocket model exhibition hall), ▲ one photograph of the Nuri rocket launch provided by the Korea Aerospace Research Institute, and ▲ three images of Earth and the Moon taken with the high-resolution camera (LUTI) aboard the lunar orbiter Danuri.

Additionally, a "slow mailbox" service will be offered, allowing visitors to send a letter to themselves to be received one year later using these postcards. This service, operated in collaboration with the Gyeongin Regional Post Office, is designed as a "science museum emotional program that lets you receive today’s memories again one year later," providing visitors with a unique experience.

The "Cosmic Latte" ballpoint pen incorporates the "cosmic average color" (Cosmic Latte, color code #FFF8E7) as defined by astronomers. It is a product that translates the scientific concept of "the average light of the universe as seen by the human eye" into a stylish design. The "Earth and Moon" ornament on the pen carries the message "a friend always by your side," making it a perfect gift.

Han Hyeongju, Director of the National Gwacheon Science Museum, stated, "This commemorative product is our first attempt to expand the museum’s research and educational significance into a cultural product for everyday life. We hope it will deliver the inspiration of science as a gift to our visitors and help the museum establish itself as a leading science culture brand."

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