[Daegu] Daegu Modern History Museum (대구근대역사관)

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Daegu Modern History Museum (대구근대역사관)’.

💡 Overview

Located in Pojeong-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu, the Daegu Modern History Museum was officially opened on January 24, 2011. The museum is housed in a building that is rich in history. First built by Japan in 1932 as a bank, the building was once a symbol of repression and exploitation during the Japanese colonial rule. Today, the building stands proudly as an educational site and bears the title of ‘Cultural Property No. 49’ in recognition of its historical and cultural significance.

The two-story museum (1,971 square meters) houses a permanent exhibition (1F), featured exhibition (2F), and a hands-on exhibition room and classroom for diverse cultural activities and lectures. The history exhibition features the lifestyle of Daegu citizens, local customs, and education of the late 19th century and the early 20th century.

📋 Detailed Information

📍 Address	67 Gyeongsanggamyeong-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu (Zipcode: 41918)
📞 Phone	+82-53-606-6430
🌐 Website	artcenter.daegu.go.kr
Operating Hours	09:00-18:00 * Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
Day Off	Mondays, Janualry 1, Seollal (Lunar New Year’s Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays, days determined by the Director of the museum
Usage Fee	Free
Parking	Not available
Scale	1971 ㎡
Capacity	50 people
Inquiries and Information	+82-53-430-7910

📝 Additional Information

📸 Gallery (Click to enlarge)

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Source: Korea Tourism Organization