Gallery Hyundai, Seoul

#119 among attractions in Seoul

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Facts and practical information

Gallery Hyundai was founded in 1970, initially located in Insadong, South Korea. The founder and president of the gallery, Park Myung-ja introduced modern and contemporary art to the Korean public. Many exhibitions were held throughout the past four decades, including paintings by Philippe Pasqua, Lee Ufan, Kim Tschangyeul, Kim Whanki, Lee Joongseob, Chung Sanghwa and Park Su-geun. Also video artist, Paik Nam June held multiple solo exhibitions at Gallery Hyundai, and in 1990, Paik performed a shamanic ritual called A pas de Loup de Séoul à Budapest in the back courtyard of Gallery Hyundai to commemorate Joseph Bueys' death. Starting from 1987, Gallery Hyundai started to participate in international art fairs such as Art Chicago, FIAC, Art Basel, Frieze Masters London and Frieze New York. Gallery Hyundai moved its location to Sagan-dong in 1975. 2015 marks Gallery Hyundai's 45th anniversary since its opening. ()

Coordinates: 37°34'38"N, 126°58'48"E

Address

14, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu종로구 (삼청동)Seoul 03062 South Korea

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+82 2-2287-3500

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Day trips

Gallery Hyundai – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gyeongbokgung, National Folk Museum of Korea, Unhyeongung, Gwanghwamun.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gallery Hyundai?

Nearby attractions include Kumho Museum of Art, Seoul (4 min walk), National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul (4 min walk), Gwanghwamun, Seoul (5 min walk), Art Sonje Center, Seoul (5 min walk).

How to get to Gallery Hyundai by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gallery Hyundai:

Metro

Anguk • Lines: 3 (9 min walk)
Gyeongbokgung • Lines: 3 (10 min walk)

Bus

Gwanghwamun • Lines: 600, 9709 (15 min walk)
Jongno 2 Ga • Lines: 9300, M4101 (16 min walk)