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June 19, 2025 - National Museum of Korean Democracy now open
The new National Museum of Korean Democracy is now open in the former Anti-Terrorist Interrogation Office, which is in Namyeong-dong, Seoul. You can find out more about the museum, its history and some of the stories associated with it here. You can find out more about the museum soon, as there will be an entry on the museums section of the website.
June 17, 2025 - Baekje Ungjin artefacts discovered
Buyeo National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage has recovered numerous Baekje Ungjin period artefacts, some of which hint at a relationship with other southeast Asian countries. For details visit The Korea Times website.
March 29, 2025 - Gounsa Temple destroyed in wildfires
The seventh century Gounsa Temple was one of a number of cultural heritage casulaties of South Korea's recent wildfires, the worst ever recorded. The wildfires have been reported both locally and internationally. Find details of other cultural property damage here.
March 18, 2025 - Daemyeongnyul manuscript loses its treasure status due to theft
The rare Joseon Dynasty manuscript named Daemyeongnyul has lost its status as a state treasure due to its fraudulent acquisition. For details visit The Korea Times website.