Explore the Praum Musical Instrument Museum: A Family-Friendly Destination
As families look for enjoyable outings during May, the month of family and the golden holiday,
how about visiting the Praum Musical Instrument Museum in Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province?
This museum is the first specialized museum for Western musical instruments in Korea,
offering a variety of exhibitions and experiences while ensuring accessibility for all.
What is accessible tourism?
Accessible tourism refers to improving physical and informational environments so that everyone, including individuals with disabilities, the elderly, pregnant women, and families with infants, can travel freely and safely. Gyeonggi Province is expanding such accessible tourist destinations, and related information can be found on the Accessible Gyeonggi Tourism website.
The Praum Musical Instrument Museum features a seamless pathway from the parking lot to the entrance,
making it convenient for strollers, wheelchairs, and those with mobility challenges.
The museum is composed of two floors with spacious exhibition corridors wide enough for two strollers to pass comfortably.
On the first floor, there are permanent exhibitions centered around keyboard instruments, special exhibitions,
and a hands-on experience area.
The exhibition titled 'Korea's Schubert: A Commemoration of Lee Heung-ryul' showcases the life and works of Lee Heung-ryul,
who composed songs such as 'The Baby in the Island House' and 'Spring Comes.'
You can also find the harpsichord, known as the grandfather of the piano.
While it is difficult to control the volume and dynamics of sound, it is still used today for performing Baroque music.
The museum also displays a grand fortepiano made by Broadwood in England,
which, although similar in appearance to modern pianos, offers a more delicate tone and quieter sound.
There is a hands-on area where visitors can try playing various instruments such as pianos, tambourines, and drums.
The joy on the children's faces as they press the keys and keep the beat was delightful.
Additionally, there are spaces to study Baroque music and even a hands-on area to assemble a violin.
On the second floor, you'll find exhibitions of string and wind instruments,
along with a concert hall featuring a spacious and comfortable layout.
In the string instrument section, you can see violins, violas, cellos, and more,
including the renowned Stradivarius violin.
Antonio Stradivari made over 1,000 instruments in his lifetime,
but only about 600 remain today, and he did not fully pass on his craft to his son.
The concert hall hosts performances on Wednesdays and Saturdays,
so check the schedule for brunch concerts and Saturday concerts.
With its beautiful surroundings, educational value, and universal accessibility,
the Praum Musical Instrument Museum is a perfect destination for a family outing in May.
Location: 756 Gyeonggang-ro, Wabu-eup, Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Admission: Adults 6,000 KRW, Youth 5,000 KRW, Children 4,000 KRW, Free for under 24 months
Free parking available.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/gyeonggi_gov/224270750028
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