A neighborhood story behind Kim Gu's name
At 599 Cheonbyeon-u-ro in Gwangju's Dong-gu district stands the Gwangju Baekbeom Memorial Hall. The city's tourism office connects this area with Koreans who returned from overseas after liberation and the public education talks given by independence figure Kim Gu in 1946. The memorial, established in 2015, keeps alive the link between Kim Gu and the former Baekhwa neighborhood.
More than a building
The earlier neighborhood did not survive unchanged. According to the city's historical introduction, redevelopment altered the former mural village, and a historical park and memorial were created to preserve its memory. A visit can therefore be about both the country's independence history and the ordinary people who rebuilt their lives after liberation.
Last entry is earlier than closing time
Gwangju Tourism lists 09:30–17:00 from November to February, with last entry at 16:00. From March to October the hours are 09:30–18:00, with last entry at 17:00. General admission is free. Check Monday and listed holiday closures before setting out.
City cultural interpreters are separately listed at the memorial Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00–17:00. That schedule is for interpretation, not the building's opening hours, and does not guarantee an interpreter will be available without a booking.
Planning your visit
Search for '광주백범기념관' or 599 Cheonbyeon-u-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju. The tourism office mentions Hakdong-Jeungsimsa, Sotae and Namgwangju subway stations, but routes and walking times should be checked independently. Confirm special closures and temporary exhibitions directly before visiting.