Is extinction the end of a story?
Around 66 million years ago, a major environmental disruption helped bring an end to the dinosaurs and many other forms of life. But life continued to change. The National Nakdonggang Institute of Biological Resources in Sangju explores that idea in its special exhibition 'Future Animals: Life Beyond Mass Extinction.'
Comparing science and imagination
The official exhibition plan moves from earlier mass-extinction events through plate tectonics, evolution and adaptation to forests, wetlands, science-fiction creatures and animals imagined by children. Scientific explanations of past events and artistic ideas about future creatures are not the same kind of evidence; noticing the difference makes the visit more engaging. Korea Tourism Organization information describes animal models, videos and interactive content.
When and where
The official exhibition window is August 26, 2026–April 25, 2027 in the second-floor thematic gallery of Saengmulnuri Hall, 137 Donam 2-gil, Sangju, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The KTO listing gives 054-530-0774 for inquiries. This exhibition notice alone does not establish daily opening hours, admission fees or live availability of hands-on sessions, so check the institute's visitor page before traveling.