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Oct 14, 2026

Jeongeup Modern History Museum

A modern-history museum in Hwaho-ri, Sintaein-eup, Jeongeup, documenting rural life and the exploitation of rice production during Japanese colonial rule. The first-floor gallery and archive feature photographs, videos and records.

Address
16 Hwaho 2-gil, Sintaein-eup, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk State, South Korea
Hours
Nov–Feb: Tue–Sun 09:00–17:00. Mar–Oct: Tuesdays 09:00–17:00; Wed–Sun 09:00–18:00. Closed Mondays (or next day if Monday is a public holiday), Jan 1, Lunar New Year's Day and Chuseok. Admission is free. Check for temporary closures.
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Why it matters now

Jeongeup City's official visitor guide was rechecked. Winter hours from November through February are 09:00–17:00; special programs require separate confirmation.

Why go

Explore rural residents' experiences and local modern history through archives and exhibits, including the heritage of Hwaho-ri.

Practical Korea

Plan the visit

Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.

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Getting thereFind directions on NAVER Map ↗16 Hwaho 2-gil, Sintaein-eup, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk State, South Korea
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →Nov–Feb: Tue–Sun 09:00–17:00. Mar–Oct: Tuesdays 09:00–17:00; Wed–Sun 09:00–18:00. Closed Mondays (or next day if Monday is a public holiday), Jan 1, Lunar New Year's Day and Chuseok. Admission is free. Check for temporary closures.
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