Since 2015, the 'Yeonghwa Building,' which took its current 4-story form in 1969, has been remodeled into an art museum and artists' studios. Near the inner harbor, the building once served as a rest facility with a bathhouse and rooms for international passengers, and it stood empty for a while after 2008.
Wheelchair travel in Gunsan: sights with accessible restrooms, wheelchair rental or ramps
Idang Art Museum FAQ
What are the hours and closing days of Idang Art Museum?
It is open 10:00–18:00 and closed every Monday and Tuesday.
What was the Idang Art Museum building originally?
It was the 'Yeonghwa Building,' used as a bathhouse and inn. The 1st floor (90 pyeong) had bathhouses for men and women, and floors 2–4 had about 20 guest rooms, where international passengers of Gunsan Port stayed. Bathhouses and inns first stood on this site after the port of Gunsan opened.
Does the Idang Art Museum have wheelchair facilities?
There is a gentle ramp to the entrance. There is no wheelchair rental, accessible parking, or accessible restroom.
Can you view Idang Art Museum indoors on a rainy day?
Yes. It is an art museum made by renovating the 4-story Yeonghwa Building, so you view it indoors.
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