National Asian Culture Center
국립아시아문화전당 · Jeonnam · Neighbourhoods & streets
The National Asian Culture Center (ACC) is an international arts and cultural exchange organization aimed to promote Gwangju as Asia's central hub through the integration of past and present-day cultural arts as well as the development of futuristic and progressive arts. The center consists of ACC Culture Exchange, ACC Children, ACC Archive & Research, ACC Theater, and other facilities to support and foster innovation.◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm – movie “Exhuma”This venue served as the backdrop for the scene where Hwa-rim and Bong-gil visit a hospital in LA to see a newborn whose parent’s life is in danger. Although portrayed as a hospital lobby, the scene was filmed in the National Asian Culture Center, Gwangju’s landmark cultural venue, notable for its impressive architecture that integrates natural elements.
| Type | Neighbourhoods & streets |
|---|---|
| Region | Jeonnam |
| Address | 38 Munhwajeondang-ro, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City |
| Hours | [Indoor facilities] 10:00-18:00 (ACC Archive & ACC Creation open 10:00-22:00 on Wednesdays & Saturdays) [Outdoor facilities] 06:00-22:00* Refer to the website for more information |
| Closed | Mondays, January 1 |
| Admission | Varies by facility; refer to the official website |
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What's on nearby
Events run on fixed dates — check these against your own trip. Trip Planner shows everything on for the days you are in Korea.
- Aug 20, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027Mithila Painting: Art That Connects Heart and Life
- Sep 3, 2026 – Feb 14, 2027ACC Future Prize 2026: Kim Young-eun — To Future Listeners, Sound in Motion
- Sep 5, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026Gwangju Biennale Taiwan Pavilion: Instance Dungeon — Grey Zone
- Apr 4, 2026 – Nov 7, 2026Chungjang Raon Festa 2026
