When the Museum Becomes a Playground: Traditional Games Experience in Gunsan
During the hot summer vacation, families often seek places to cool off and enjoy fun activities. I recommend visiting the Gunsan Modern History Museum on a Sunday with your family.
Every Sunday, the museum hosts a traditional games experience. I visited recently and had the chance to try various games such as Tuho, Gonggi, and Yutnori. It's a great opportunity to learn about Gunsan's history indoors while enjoying traditional games.
Last Sunday afternoon, I went to the Gunsan Modern History Museum. Despite the hot weather, many tourists and locals were visiting Gunsan for the summer vacation.
Since it was the weekend and summer break, there were quite a few families visiting. I had to wait in line for tickets, but the wait wasn't long, and I was able to enter the museum quickly.
Location: 240 Haemang-ro, Gunsan, Jeollabuk-do
Visiting Hours:
- Summer (March to October): 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM (last entry at 05:30 PM)
- Winter (November to February): 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM (last entry at 04:30 PM)
Closed: Every Monday and January 1st
The ticket prices vary between the integrated ticket and individual tickets. If you are visiting Gunsan, I recommend the integrated ticket, which allows access to nearby attractions.
The Gunsan Integrated Ticket covers various tourist spots around the Geumgang River, making it ideal for those planning a two-day trip.
At 2 PM on Sunday, the museum transforms into a playground. Upon entering, a large screen displays videos showcasing various parts of Gunsan. To the left, a symbolic lighthouse from Eocheongdo stands. A traditional playground is set up along the corridor leading to the children's experience area.
The traditional games experience runs from the first to the third week of each month from June to October. Although it is held outdoors, it takes place indoors during the summer. This program has been ongoing for over ten years, thanks to the dedication of local volunteers.
Children were fully engaged in the traditional games, momentarily forgetting their smartphones. The most popular game was Gonggi, where both adults reminisced about their childhood while kids learned from their parents.
Tuho and Jegichagi are also classic games. Kids enjoyed Tuho, sweating as they played, while siblings immersed themselves in Jegichagi.
Other notable games included Sabaekchi and Ddakji, where I enjoyed playing with my son, flipping Ddakji with family.
One interesting game was the Gunsan Seunglamdo game, which led tourists to discover local attractions.
If you visit with children, I recommend checking out the children's experience area as well, as it offers a fun way to learn about Gunsan's history.
After playing, it’s time to explore the museum. The first floor features the Maritime Logistics History Hall, showcasing Gunsan's past, from prehistoric times to its cultural and marine distribution history.
The second floor is dedicated to independence heroes, honoring local freedom fighters from the 3.5 million movement in Gunsan.
On the third floor, you can explore a recreation of Gunsan's streets from the 1930s, showcasing daily life and resistance against oppression.
This area is designed like a movie set, allowing visitors to sit in rickshaws for photos, try ink rubbing, and even watch old films in a tatami room. It's a place where history comes alive for families, making it a popular spot for weekend visitors.
The exhibition hall across from the museum features a special exhibition titled 'Children's World,' showcasing how society has viewed children through different eras. Be sure to visit this exhibition as well.
Don't forget to check out the museum terrace, where you can enjoy views of Gunsan's inner harbor.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/jbgokr/224389447669
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