The National Museum of Korea's official floor guide reports renovation closures in October 2026. On floor 3, Buddhist Sculpture Gallery 301, Metal Crafts Gallery 302 and the Space_Sai sensory gallery are closed from July 6, 2026 through January 28, 2027. Buddhist Painting Gallery 203 and Lacquer and Wood Crafts Gallery 204 on floor 2 share the same period.
Calligraphy and Painting rooms 202-3 and 202-4 are closed from August 10, 2026 through January 28, 2027. The guide separately lists rooms 202-1 and 202-2, Celadon Gallery 303 and Buncheong/White Porcelain Gallery 304 as open.
Free permanent admission does not mean every gallery is available. Objects may rotate and additional closures may occur. Check the museum's room-by-room updates before visiting.