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Asia Publication Culture & Information Center, 145, Hoedong-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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Reservation
Both advance reservations and same-day visits are available - Naver Reservation
Open/Closes
Mon 12:30 ~ 18:00 Tue 12:30 ~ 18:00 Wed 12:30 ~ 18:00 Thu 12:30 ~ 18:00 Fri 12:30 ~ 18:00 Sat 09:00 ~ 18:00 Sun 09:00 ~ 18:00
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Popular Ages of Letterpress Printing Museum
Letterpress Printing Museum is
popular to over 48 months girls
under 12 months | |
from 12 to 24 months | |
from 24 to 48 months | |
over 48 months |
boys
45%
girls
55%
Prices & Programs of Letterpress Printing Museum
- [Fees]
- Admission ticket - 4,000 won (free with purchase of gift shop products)
- Paid experiences - 11,000 won to 27,000 won
- [Programs]
- Hanji making and printing - Age: 6 and up / Fee: 27,000 won
- Bookmaking - Age: anyone who can read Korean / Fee: 20,000 won
- Free typesetting - Age: 8 and up / Fee: 23,000 won
- Letterpress printing marbling mood lamp making - Age: 6 and up / Fee: 25,000 won
- [Visitor Information]
- Break time - 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Parenting Tips for Letterpress Printing Museum
- You can visit only the museum, but if you pay for a paid experience such as bookmaking, bookmark making, or hanji papermaking, you can enjoy a more enriching visit with a special experience and even a museum tour by an expert instructor.
- General visitors can also receive paper and try rubbing.
- If ink gets on your clothes, it does not come off, so it is best to avoid new clothes or light-colored clothes.
- At 1 PM and 3 PM on weekends and public holidays, only hanji papermaking + printing experience is available.
- It is a great experience for ages 6 to 7 and up through upper elementary grades.
- Only 1 experience per person per session is allowed.
- Depending on the program and the child's age, there may be cases where at least 1 guardian must accompany, so please check in advance.
- There is also a recreated space of Boseongsa, the greatest modern publishing and printing house, used as a filming location for a broadcast commemorating the 100th anniversary of the March 1st Movement, where you can take great photos.
- With a paid experience, 2 hours of parking support is provided.
- After the experience, it is also nice to visit the nearby Forest of Wisdom.
- On the 3rd floor of Forest of Wisdom, the Publishing Industry Experience Center also offers bookmaking experiences. There, you can experience modern publishing, which has a different appeal from the Letterpress Printing Museum, where you can experience old-style printing.
Letterpress Printing Museum
A special museum where you and your child can see how books are made and try it with your own hands. You can get up close to old printing presses and type, making it a meaningful learning experience that feels even more special in the digital age.
Points to Enjoy with Your Child
- Even just looking around, you can explore the old printing process and try making rubbings.
- There are hands-on programs such as making hanji paper and printing, bookmaking, and free typesetting, so your kids can enjoy both learning and creating.
- It is a great place to visit with children ages 6 to 7 and older, up to upper elementary school age.
Things to Know Before You Visit
- If you book an experience program, you can also enjoy a guided museum tour by an expert, making your visit much more rewarding.
- Ink may get on clothing, so it is recommended to avoid light-colored clothes or brand-new clothes.
- On weekends and public holidays at 13:00 and 15:00, only the hanji paper making and printing experience is available.
Kid-Friendly Information
- Parking and reservations are available.
- There is no nursing room, diaper changing station, stroller rental, or baby chair.
- Depending on your child's age and the program, a guardian may need to join, so please check in advance.
"If you want to experience both the value of books and the joy of making them, this is definitely a place to visit at least once."
FAQ about Letterpress Printing Museum
What ages are good for experiences at Letterpress Printing Museum?
Letterpress Printing Museum is generally a good place to visit with children ages 6 to 7 and older, up to upper elementary school age. The eligible age may vary by program, so it is best to check before booking.What activities can children do at Letterpress Printing Museum?
There are paid experiences such as making hanji paper and printing, bookmaking, free typesetting, and making a letterpress marbling mood lamp. General visitors can also receive paper and try making rubbings.Is a guardian required at Letterpress Printing Museum?
Depending on the type of program and the child's age, at least 1 guardian may be required to join. Please check the participation requirements for the specific experience before booking or visiting.Is a reservation required for Letterpress Printing Museum?
You can visit for general viewing without a reservation, but for paid experiences, booking in advance helps you enjoy your visit more fully. If you pay for an experience, you can also join a guided museum tour by an expert.What are the operating hours and break time at Letterpress Printing Museum?
It is open from 12:30 to 18:00 on Monday through Friday, and from 09:00 to 18:00 on Saturday and Sunday. The break time is from 11:30 to 12:30.How much are the admission fee and experience fees at Letterpress Printing Museum?
Admission is 4,000 won, and paid experiences range from 11,000 won to 27,000 won. For example, making hanji paper and printing costs 27,000 won, and bookmaking costs 20,000 won.Is parking available at Letterpress Printing Museum?
Yes, parking is available. If you join a paid experience, 2 hours of parking support are provided.Are there strollers or infant facilities at Letterpress Printing Museum?
There is no stroller rental, and there is also no nursing room, diaper changing station, or baby chair. If you plan to visit with an infant or toddler, it is best to prepare any needed items in advance.What clothes should children wear when visiting Letterpress Printing Museum?
Ink may get on clothes during the experience, and it may not come out easily. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes rather than brand-new or light-colored clothes.
Letterpress Printing Museum Address
Address: Asia Publication Culture & Information Center, 145, Hoedong-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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How to make a reservation for Letterpress Printing Museum?
Both advance reservations and same-day visits are available - Naver Reservation