The Gunsan History Museum of the Japanese Colonial Period is at 21 Dongguksa-gil, Gunsan, Jeonbuk. Its exhibitions and education address the city's history from port opening to liberation, including colonial exploitation. The Korea Tourism Organization page updated in September 2026 lists opening hours of 09:00–18:00 from March to October and 09:00–17:00 from November to February, with final entry 30 minutes before closing. It lists closure on Mondays, January 1 and the days of Lunar New Year and Chuseok. An entrance ramp and elevator provide step-free access; accessible toilets are on floor 3 and a nursing room on floor 2. Some exhibits have audio guidance, and tactile/audio information is available near the entrance. Confirm current admission charges, exhibitions and special schedules directly before travel.
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- Oct 19, 2026
Gunsan Colonial-era History Museum: winter hours and family facilities
The published closing time changes in November. Accessible toilets are listed on floor 3 and a nursing room on floor 2.
Useful seasonal information for planning a history-focused visit to Gunsan from November onward.
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What we're seeing
A visit planned for the October closing time may be too late in November, when the posted schedule closes an hour earlier.
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What we still don't know
Current special exhibitions, group reservations and temporary winter changes are unverified; the tourism listing does not state an admission fee.