Gongju, South Korea – The Chungcheongnam-do History and Culture Institute and the National Hangeul Museum have jointly launched a heartwarming special exhibition titled "<Hangeul, Writing the Heart>," exploring the theme of familial affection expressed through the Korean alphabet, Hangeul. The exhibition officially opened on March 27, 2025, and will remain on display in the Special Exhibition Hall of the Chungcheongnam-do History Museum until July 6th.
The opening ceremony was a distinguished affair, attended by notable figures including Kang Jeong-won, Director of the National Hangeul Museum; Park Ki-young, Chairman of the Administrative Culture Committee of the Chungcheongnam-do Provincial Council; and Song Mu-kyung, Vice Mayor of Gongju City, all of whom offered congratulatory remarks. Further enhancing the significance of the event were the presence of Kwon Kyung-woon, Chairman of the Steering Committee of the Gongju City Council, and Lim Gyu-yeon, Chairman of the Administrative Welfare Committee of the Gongju City Council. Following a ceremonial tape-cutting, the attendees toured the exhibition, immersing themselves in the tender family sentiments captured within the historical Hangeul documents.
This unique exhibition brings together a remarkable collection of Hangeul artifacts from both institutions. Highlights of the royal Hangeul section include 『Jagyeongjeongi』, a significant record illustrating the deep filial piety within the Joseon dynasty from King Jeongjo to King Sunjo and Princess Deokeon, and 『Jeongjoeopil Hangeul Pyeonjicheop』, a cherished album of personal Hangeul letters penned by King Jeongjo himself. The exhibition also features poignant Hangeul materials from noble families, such as "Hangeul Letters" exchanged amongst members of the esteemed Sagye Kim Jang-saeng Jongga, and 『Seonbi Yuyeon』, a meticulously compiled handwritten volume by the prominent 19th-century Chungcheong Confucian scholar Im Heon-hoe, documenting his mother's final wishes. To provide an engaging and interactive experience, the exhibition also incorporates digital installations allowing visitors to explore royal Hangeul letters firsthand.
Kim Nak-jung, Director of the Chungcheongnam-do History and Culture Institute, expressed his enthusiasm for the exhibition, stating, "This exhibition offers a valuable opportunity to deeply connect with the warm family bonds of the Joseon era's royal and noble families through the lens of Hangeul. Adding to the experience, visitors will be able to enjoy the full bloom of our museum's renowned cherry blossoms during the exhibition period, creating a truly special and memorable visit amidst the beauty of spring.
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