The Story of King Sejong (세종이야기)

Published 2010-04-15 Updated 2022-09-13 View 60717

We provide various information such as the website, contact information, usage information, and location (map) of Seoul Jongno-gu, The Story of King Sejong (세종이야기) using public data of Korea Tourism Organization.

The Story of King Sejong comprises six different sections with a total area of 3,200 square meters. The museum consists of exhibition zones, an event space, video room, shop and more to display King Sejong’s scientific, artistic, military, and political contributions, including the theory of Minbon, which recognized the people as the base of politics. King Sejong, the 4th king of the Joseon dynasty (1397-1450, reigning from 1418-1450) was responsible for some of the most brilliant achievements in the history of Korea, including the creation of Hangeul (Korean alphabet) and great advancements in the areas of science, culture, art and politics.

Telephone

+82-2-399-1000

Homepage

www.sejongstory.or.kr

Detailed Information

Program Information
[4D video room]
- Free program
- Operating hours: 10:30-19:00
- Every hour on the hour and half hour / running time: 8 minutes - Seating is available in order of arrival.
- Maximum number: 32 people

[Permanent programs]
- Permanent program of The Story of King Sejong
- Writing a letter in Korean (foreigner’s program)
- Writing ones name in Korean (foreigner’s program)

[Special hands-on program]
- Held during summer and winter school break

Foreign Language Intepretation Services
Free rental of MP3 (English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish)
Interpretation service (English, Chinese, Japanese) provided by volunteers.
* Availability may vary according to schedule of volunteers.

Reservations
Exhibition Explanation Tour & Group visitors: Online reservation