Feb 26 • 07:58 UTC 🇰🇷 Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

President and First Lady Visit 'Our Lee Soon-shin' Exhibition

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.

On the morning of the 26th, President Yoon Suk-yeol and First Lady Kim Hyekyung visited the 'Our Lee Soon-shin' special exhibition at the National Museum of Korea in Yongsan, Seoul. This visit marks the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation and the 480th anniversary of General Lee Soon-shin's birth. During their visit, the couple interacted with citizens, took selfies, and promoted cultural engagement, emphasizing the importance of cultural consumption as a foundation for a cultural powerhouse.

Upon their arrival, the presidential couple received a warm welcome from citizens and students present at the museum, where President Yoon engaged in casual conversations with the children, inquiring about their grades and origins while playfully interacting with them. One child remarked that friends would be fascinated by the use of artificial intelligence in the exhibition, to which President Yoon humorously agreed, further displaying a light-hearted atmosphere. The couple toured the exhibition guided by the director of the museum, Huang Jun-woo, who elaborated on several historical artifacts related to General Lee Soon-shin, with President Yoon showing particular interest in the quote inscribed on a massive sword.

The visit not only highlights an effort to foster appreciation for Korea's cultural heritage but also signals a strategic move toward increasing public engagement with history among the youth. Citizens noted the eagerness of the First Lady in assisting foreign tourists with photo requests, showcasing a hospitable image of the presidential couple. The interaction between the president and the public reflects a conscious effort to tighten the social connection, amidst challenges that the administration faces, thus positioning the couple as approachable leaders who value their cultural roots and public sentiments.

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