The Story of King Sejong (세종이야기)
The Story of King Sejong comprises six different sections with a total area of 3,200 square meters. The museum consists of exhibition zones, an event space, video room, shop and more to display King Sejong’s scientific, artistic, military, and political contributions, including the theory of Minbon, which recognized the people as the base of politics. King Sejong, the 4th king of the Joseon dynasty (1397-1450, reigning from 1418-1450) was responsible for some of the most brilliant achievements in the history of Korea, including the creation of Hangeul (Korean alphabet) and great advancements in the areas of science, culture, art and politics.
Basic Information
| Postal Code | 03172 |
| Address | jiha 175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul |
Usage Information
| Information & Inquiries | • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-399-1000, +82-2-399-1177 |
| Parking Facilities | Park at the A section of Sejong-ro parking lot (B2F). |
| Parking Fee | 430 won for every 5 min |
| Closed Days | Mondays (closed the following business day if Monday is a public holiday) |
| Usage Fee | Free |
| Operating Hours | [Permanent Exhibition] 10:00-18:30 (* Last admission 30 minute before closing.) |
| Scale | 2,522 ㎡ |