Lee Ungno Museum
About This Museum
You might not expect to find a museum dedicated to the 'dancing lines' of abstract calligraphy tucked away in Daejeon's Expo Park, but that's the joy of the Lee Ungno Museum. It’s a serene space completely devoted to the life's work of Lee Ungno, an artist who transformed traditional ink painting into something wildly modern. His most famous series, 'The People,' is mesmerizing—it depicts crowds using just a few swift, energetic brushstrokes for each figure, creating a sense of unified movement. Stepping inside feels less like visiting a gallery and more like entering the artist's own meditative world.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the collection is Lee's iconic 'People' series, where minimalist brushstrokes coalesce into vibrant crowds. You'll also find his abstract 'letters' that look like a secret, beautiful alphabet, and large-scale ink paintings where you can almost feel the rhythm of his brush.
Visitor Information
It's located within the lush grounds of Daejeon Expo Park, making it a perfect cultural stop combined with a stroll. Check their website for hours as they can vary seasonally.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a striking piece of modern architecture, with clean geometric lines and vast planes of glass that beautifully reflect the surrounding parkland, blurring the line between the art inside and the nature outside.
