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The special exhibition featuring Pablo Picasso's ceramic works at the Gyeongnam Provincial Museum of Art has attracted significant local interest and attendance.

The National Museum of Korea, through innovative communication strategies by curators, has seen a surge in visitor numbers, rivalling major international museums like the Louvre.

Duksung Women's University Museum is hosting the special exhibition 'Masks, Let's Dance', showcasing over 60 traditional masks reflecting the diversity of modern Korean traditional masks until December 24, 2026.

The exhibition features controversial works by British artist Damien Hirst, showcasing his exploration of death and existence at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in South Korea.

Sahmyook University Museum has signed a memorandum of understanding with KBS Art Vision for the development and technological collaboration of cultural and artistic content.

The new Seoul City Museum, located near the Geumcheon-gu Office Station, opened with a striking performance rather than a traditional exhibition.

Sejong University is hosting a solo exhibition titled 'Journey of Light: 1980-2024' featuring the works of artist Moon Chang-jin from March 10 to 22, 2026, focusing on forty years of exploration of natural landscapes.

Gumi City in South Korea has announced its intention to construct a second history museum dedicated to former President Park Chung-hee, causing controversy over the allocation of a budget worth 20 billion won.

K-pop group Blackpink has transformed the National Museum of Korea into an interactive space to celebrate the launch of their latest album, 'Deadline.'

Sejong University's Sejong Museum Gallery 1 will host a solo exhibition by painter Kim Dong-seok from March 4 to 15, 2026, showcasing about 40 selected works that explore the roots of nature and life.

The Calligraphy Room at the National Museum of Korea has reopened after a six-month renovation, showcasing masterpieces from Korea's traditional art history.

The Namdo Righteous Army Historical Museum officially opened in Naju, South Korea, on February 5th, displaying artifacts and exhibitions that commemorate the history of local righteous armies during various national crises from the 16th century onwards.

Blackpink has released their new album 'Deadline', their first in over three years, marked by a special program at the National Museum of Korea in Seoul.

President Yoon Suk-yeol and First Lady Kim Hyekyung visited the 'Our Lee Soon-shin' exhibition at the National Museum of Korea, engaging warmly with citizens and showcasing cultural heritage.

The director of the Louvre Museum has resigned following a significant theft of royal jewelry, exposing severe security flaws at one of the world's most visited museums.

Kwack Jong-seok and Kim Chang-suk have been selected by the National Korean Literature Museum as 'Literary Figures of March' for their significant contributions to the independence movement during Japanese colonial rule.

A leakage incident at the Louvre caused damage to a painting from 1822, adding to the museum's recent struggles.

An exhibition at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Seoul showcases artworks depicting the hometown landscapes of local artists from 80-90 years ago, coinciding with the celebration of the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation.

The CEO of the London Bagel Museum has been criminally charged for violating labor laws regarding maximum working hours and wage deductions, following a controversy surrounding a young worker's suspected death from overwork.

K-pop group BLACKPINK is expanding their activities into the cultural heritage sector through a collaboration project with the National Museum of Korea to celebrate the release of their mini-album 'Deadline.'

The special exhibition featuring six Silla gold crowns, representing the golden culture of the Silla Dynasty from the 5th to 6th century, will occur every ten years at the National Gyeongju Museum.

The article discusses the absence of a national natural history museum in Korea, contrasting it with the numerous such institutions found in the United States and Europe, and highlights the importance of biodiversity and environmental conservation.

Park Mi-jung has been elected as the chair of Korea's Committee for the International Council of Museums (ICOM).

Lim Heon-young, the newly appointed head of the National Korean Literature Museum, emphasizes the importance of an inclusive approach to Korean literature that reflects all aspects of its history.

A recent theft of royal jewels from the Louvre's Apollo Gallery highlights the museum's vulnerabilities and raises questions about its economic model and internal crises.

The National Museum of Korea will adjust its hours to open at 9:30 AM starting March 16 to accommodate increased visitor numbers, expecting to surpass 7 million in total visitors this year.