Horim Museum facts for kids
| Established | 1982 |
|---|---|
| Location | Sillim-dong, Gwanak District, Seoul, South Korea |
| Type | Art museum |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul |
호림박물관
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| Hanja | |
| Revised Romanization | Horim bangmulgwan |
| McCune–Reischauer | Horim pangmulgwan |
The Horim Museum is a special place in Seoul, South Korea. It's a museum where you can explore amazing Korean art and historical items. It was created to help people learn about and enjoy the rich culture of Korea.
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About the Horim Museum
The Horim Museum was started by a person named Yun Jang-seob. He loved old Korean art and wanted to share it with everyone. First, he created a group called the Sungbo Cultural Foundation in July 1981. This group helped buy many old and valuable pieces of art.
Then, in October 1982, the Horim Museum officially opened. It was first located in a part of Seoul called Daechi-dong. The museum started small, using just one floor of a building.
A New Home for Art
As the museum grew, it needed more space. So, in May 1999, the Horim Museum moved to a new, bigger location in Sillim-dong. This new building is much larger, covering about 4,600 square meters.
The new museum has many different areas for visitors to explore. There are four main galleries, each showing a different type of art. There's also a special gallery for unique exhibits. You can even find a souvenir shop to remember your visit!
What You Can See There
The Horim Museum is home to a huge collection of Korean art. It has more than 10,000 pieces! Imagine all the history and beauty you can see.
Amazing Art Collections
The museum has many different types of art, including:
- Over 3,000 pieces of old earthenware. These are pots and other items made from clay.
- About 2,100 pieces of beautiful Korean pottery and porcelain. These include delicate bowls and vases.
- More than 1,100 pieces of celadon. Celadon is a special type of pottery known for its beautiful green-gray glaze.
- Around 500 pieces of buncheong. This is another unique type of Korean pottery with a simple, natural look.
- Over 2,000 paintings. These artworks show scenes from history, nature, and daily life.
- About 400 pieces of metal art. These include items made from bronze, gold, and other metals.
The museum's collection helps us understand how people lived and created art in Korea many years ago. It's a wonderful place to learn about Korean history and culture through its amazing art.
Explore More Online
You can also learn more about the Horim Museum and its collections online.
- Horim Museum at Google Arts & Culture
See also
In Spanish: Museo Horim para niños
