Over 600 garments await you. Welcome to the Seongsin Womans University Museum. This isn’t just any museum. It’s a treasure trove of Korean history and artistry.
The Seongsin Womans University Museum actually houses two distinct museums. One is the Park Kwang Hoon Costume Museum. It opened on November 23 2011. It showcases over 600 garments. These garments are designated as Seoul’s Intangible Cultural Property No 11. They were donated by the Master Artisan of Needlework Park Kwang Hoon. Think of royal robes. Think of wedding attire. Even swaddling clothes are here. The collection spans centuries of Korean fashion. Each piece tells a story. A story of tradition. A story of craftsmanship.
But the story doesn’t end there. Descend to the basement. There you’ll find the Natural History Museum. This museum is an impressive collection. It holds 135,000 samples. These samples were collected over forty years. They illustrate the natural world. You’ll see rocks. You’ll see plants. You’ll see insects. You’ll even see examples of embryogenesis. It’s a journey through the flora and fauna of Korea. It’s a window into the natural world.
The Costume Museum offers more than just viewing. There are classes. You can learn traditional pattern gilt stamping. You can learn traditional pattern drawing. You can even learn to make jokduri. These are all traditional Korean crafts. The museum actively promotes Korean culture. It’s a living museum.
The Seongsin Womans University Museum isn’t just a place to visit. It’s a place to experience. It’s a place to learn. It’s a journey through time. A journey through Korean culture. Take your time. Explore its hidden corners. Let the history and artistry of Korea captivate you. Remember the cost. Adults pay 2000 won. Students under 18 pay 1500 won. Children under 36 months pay only 1000 won. Plan your visit. Allow at least five days for a guided tour.