Discover the New Sound Experience Center in Goryeong, Gyeongbuk
New Cultural Landmark in Goryeong, Gyeongbuk
Goryeong Ureuk Museum 'Sound Experience Center'
A newly established Sound Experience Center within the Ureuk Museum grounds.
This center has been in preparation for a long time,
and it impresses from the very first glance.
It goes beyond being a simple exhibition hall,
offering an immersive experience where visitors can feel 'sound' through all five senses.
The Sound Experience Center began its design in 2022,
with construction set to be completed in 2024,
and it will officially open in 2025.
In mid-November, after finishing the installation of exhibits,
an inauguration ceremony will be held,
and currently, anyone can visit freely.
This is a must-visit destination for families traveling in Gyeongbuk.
The Sound Experience Center is not listed separately on maps;
you can visit by searching for the Ureuk Museum in Goryeong.
The Ureuk Museum is the only museum in South Korea dedicated to the traditional Korean instrument, the gayageum,
honoring its founder, Ureuk.
It provides a wealth of information about Ureuk and the gayageum.
With robust displays and resident cultural interpreters,
it is an excellent place to learn about history.
While entry to the Ureuk Museum is free,
the Sound Experience Center will operate on a paid basis.
However, as a special opening promotion,
the Sound Experience Center will be free until December 31, 2025.
This is a great opportunity to explore without any cost,
so if you plan to visit Goryeong this year,
make sure to stop by.
From March to October, the center opens at 9 AM and closes at 6 PM,
with the last entry at 5 PM.
From November to February, it closes earlier at 5 PM,
with last entry at 4 PM.
The center is closed on Mondays.
Currently, entry is free,
but from 2026, it will be a paid service.
The general admission will be 5,000 won,
and for students and preschool children, it will be 4,000 won,
with 3,000 won refunded as local gift certificates.
Residents of Goryeong, infants, and seniors will have free access.
On the first floor, there is an education room,
where various programs such as lectures and hands-on classes will be held in the future.
After passing the information desk, you will find the first exhibition area,
the 'Instrument Square'.
In the Instrument Square,
you can see string instruments from around the world.
The materials and shapes of the instruments,
and how they produce sound are explained in an easy-to-understand manner.
You can also listen to music from the displayed instruments using headsets,
making it a highly educational space.
One of the most captivating features here is the automatic grand piano.
Even though no one is playing it,
the keys move gracefully, starting the performance.
Each key seems to come alive,
keeping me mesmerized for quite a while.
The main experience area is located underground.
While the first floor features the Instrument Square,
the basement includes the Sound Square, Play Square, Light Square, and Rest Area.
At the entrance of the Light Square,
the history of our music and the materials used to create instruments are introduced,
along with three representative musicians of traditional Korean music.
In the immersive video room,
the theme 'Twelve Strings, Twelve Months' features a fantastic media art performance
where the sound of the gayageum harmonizes with visuals and lights.
The changing seasons against the backdrop of the Jisan-dong tombs,
and the blooming of the paulownia tree are truly beautiful.
Here, sounds created by fingertips become music in the darkness,
merging light and sound.
In the Rest Area,
there is sound therapy attached to the ceiling.
Lying on the chairs and visually experiencing the resonance of light and sound
while meditating helps relieve stress.
The favorite space for children is the Instrument Playground.
Here, kids can jump, hit, and shake instruments,
creating their own sounds.
This space is so engaging that children won’t want to leave,
with various instruments like drums, tambourines, and xylophones available for play.
Traditional and modern instruments can be touched and experienced together,
allowing everyone to connect with music.
Is it just kids who have fun here?
Absolutely not!
Adults also actively enjoy the Sound Square,
making it a great place for light-hearted fun and stress relief.
Starting from the traditional gayageum,
the experience expands into sound, light, and media art,
making it a new cultural destination.
It’s a fantastic travel course for families with children or for adults seeking a quiet appreciation.
Location: 98 Gayageum-gil, Daegaya-eup, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongbuk, right next to the Ureuk Museum.
Parking: Free, accommodates large buses and up to 45 passenger cars.
Admission: Free until 2025; from 2026, general admission will be 5,000 won, students and preschoolers 4,000 won, with 3,000 won refunded as local gift certificates. Free for Goryeong residents, infants, and seniors.
Hours: Summer 9 AM - 6 PM (last entry 5 PM); Winter 9 AM - 5 PM (last entry 4 PM); closed on Mondays.
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