Samtan Art Mine
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Overview
Samtan Art Mine, an art complex transformed from an abandoned mine!
“Samtan” refers to Samcheok Tanjwa, which was a major coal mine in Korea, and today the name “Art Mine” derived from the term ”coal mine”. Opened in 1965, the coal mine once flourished as the mecca of the industrial age but later declined and was closed in October 2001. Today, both the dynamic and poignant history of the mine are still reflected in the art space.
Samtan Art Mine exhibits over 100,000 art works collected from 150 countries from around the world. The art complex also runs artist sponsorship programs. The harmony between the art installations and the interior, which still maintains elements of the former coal mine, creates a unique atmosphere that cannot be found elsewhere. With lots to see and the availability of many special programs, Samtan Art Mine is an unique experience and great photo spot for tourists.
Utilization information
Opening hours, closed days and other practical details.
- Activities
- Various planned exhibitions, the Art Experience Hall (making eco-bags and wood key-chains, pop art drawing, etc.), performances, etc.
- Contact
- • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-591-3001 - Parking
- Available
- Closed
- Mondays (* Open on Mondays during the summer peak season)
- Hours
- Summer 09:00-18:00
Winte) Weekdays 10:00-17:00 / Weekends 09:30-17:30
Summer peak season 09:00-19:00
Updated 2019.11.22
Admission Fees
Group - Adults 12,000 won / Middle & high school students 11,000 won / Elementary school students 10,000 won/Seniors (Age 65 and over) 10,000 won
* Free admission for ages 5 and under
* 50% discounts for former miners and residents of Jeongseon-gun and Taebaek-si / Senior prices apply to welfare card holders (including welfare cards for men of national merit)
Restrooms
Reservation Info. for Foreigners
Access
How to get here by subway or bus, with a map.
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[Bus]
From Gohan·Sabuk Intercity Bus Terminal Bus Stop, take Nongeochon bus bound for Jeongamsa Temple-Manhang.
Get off at Motgol Jjimjilbang (Samtan Art Mine) Bus Stop (approx. 15 min).
Walk for approx. 3 min.
Or, from Gohan Station, take Nongeochon bus bound for Jeongamsa Temple-Manhang.
Get off at Motgol Jjimjilbang (Samtan Art Mine) Bus Stop (approx. 10 min).
Walk for approx. 3 min.
1445-44, Hambaeksan-ro Gohan-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
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