[🇺🇸] National Hangeul Museum to Reopen in October 2028 After Fire Damage

The National Hangeul Museum has canceled its planned reopening this year and will remain closed until the second half of 2028, following severe delays caused by a fire that broke out during expansion work in February.

Based on a detailed safety inspection, the museum will integrate fire damage restoration—including structural reinforcement of the third-floor Hangeul Playground and exterior wall repairs—into the ongoing expansion project. The total project cost is estimated at 17.5 billion KRW, with construction set to begin in July 2026 and reopening targeted for October 2028.

During the closure, about 90,000 collection items will be stored across the National Museum of Korea, the National Folk Museum, and the National Museum of World Writing. Exhibitions and educational functions will continue through partner institutions and online platforms. In particular, special exhibitions will be held at external venues to commemorate the 580th anniversary of Hunminjeongeum’s proclamation in 2026 and the 100th anniversary of Hangeul Day. Additionally, the Hangeul Playground program will expand nationwide, starting in Sejong City.

Although the reopening has been delayed by more than four years, the museum plans to continue promoting Hangeul culture through traveling and special exhibitions, as well as educational programs.

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