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• Information
  Introduction
  Opened in 2002, Gahoe Museum exhibits folk paintings and amulets reflecting the lifestyle and wishes of the Korean people from ancient times. Inside the Hanok gallery, visitors can immerse themselves in the traditions of Korea, including old paintings depicting people's lifestyle in the past and religious beliefs, and roof tiles in the shape of humans or goblins. Visitors will also find folding screens and religious objects used in the past that show skills and knowledge of Korean ancestors.
  
  Maximum Occupancy
  20-25 people
  
  Collections Status
  The museum houses over 2,000 relics consisting of 700 folk paintings, 800 amulets, 150 classical books, 100 paintings of shamanism and other 150 miscellaneous traditional materials.
  
  Program Information
  Stamping a traditional pattern
  Stamping a wish charm
  Drawing a card with dancheong (traditional Korean pattern on wooden buildings)
  Ink rubbing
  Folk painting on a coaster
  Folk painting on a fan
  Drawing characters
  * Participation fee: 4,000 won~18,000 won
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Admission / Participation Fees
  [Individuals]
  Adults (including university students) 3,000 won / Students (high school students and under) 2,000 won
  
  [Groups]
  Adults (including university students) 2,000 won
  
  Parking Facilities
  Not available
  
  Reservations
  Reservation in advance required for group visitors and hands-on programs
  * Visit the website.
  
  Homepage
  www.gahoemuseum.org
  
  
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