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Kwangju Bank Museum

Kwangju Bank Museum

KJB금융박물관 (광주은행 금융박물관) · Gwangju · Museums & galleries

Kwangju Bank Museum established to celebrate the 44 th anniversary of the bank, is the first financial bank in the Honam region. Visitors can explore a collection of over one thousand financial artifacts and learn about the history of financial institutions in the region, as well as the evolution of Korean and global currency at the museum. The museum offers financial educational programs for various age groups and also provides a cultural space, allowing visitors to connect through art and learn more about the region's heritage. ·

TypeMuseums & galleries
RegionGwangju
Address225 Jebong-ro, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
Hours10:00-17:00
ClosedSaturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
AdmissionFree
ParkingAvailable

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