Cheongju National Museum
Cheongju National Museum focuses on the history and archaeology of North Chungcheong province, with a notable collection tied to Cheongju's role in early printing history — the region produced the Jikji, the world's oldest surviving book printed with movable metal type, predating Gutenberg. The museum's exhibits trace regional prehistory through Joseon-era artifacts.
It's a quieter, less crowded museum than Korea's major national branches, appealing mainly to visitors with a specific interest in the region's printing heritage or Chungcheong-area archaeology.
Cheongju National Museum FAQs
Yes, as with other national museums in Korea.
Cheongju produced the Jikji in 1377, the world's oldest known book printed with movable metal type, and the museum touches on this printing legacy.
About 50 minutes to an hour by bus or car.
Yes, standard for Korean national museums.
About an hour for the main galleries.
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