Jinju National Museum opened on November 2, 1984 within Jinjuseong Fortress to promote the culture of ancient Gaya and act as the main archeological research center for the western Gyeongsangnam-do. In 1998, the museum also began specializing in research and collection of materials related to the Imjin War (1592-1598). The museum continues to exhibit and educate the public about the Imjin War and overall history of eastern Asia.
Operating Hours
Operating Hours
Weekdays 09:00-18:00
Weekends & Public holidays 09:00-19:00
Saturdays after Culture Day (last Wednesday of every month) & Saturdays (April-October) 09:00-21:00
* Last admission 30 min before closing
Closed Days
Mondays, New Year's Day, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
Pricing Information
Admission Fee
[Museum]
Free
[Jinjuseong Fortress]
Individuals - Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers 1,000 won / Children 600 won
Groups - Adults 1,400 won / Teenagers 600 won / Children 400 won
* Group: 30 people or more
Facilities & Accessibility
Parking
Not available (Use Jinjuseong Fortress parking lot)
Facilities & Services
Collections Status
89,125 items
Reservation for Foreigners
Available via online or phone call +82-55-740-0698
Foreign Language Intepretation Services
Available in English, Japanese, & Chinese
Advance reservation required via online or phone call +82-55-740-0698