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Artist Lee Kang-so questions reality and existence in survey exhibition

The 81-year-old artist is holding a solo survey exhibition at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art’s (MMCA) Seoul branch in Jongno District, central Seoul.

2024-11-06

MMCA to display works from Korea Artist Prize finalists in special exhibition

The 12th batch of finalists for the Korea Artist Prize were announced Thursday. This year’s shortlist is Kwon Ha-youn, Yang Jung-uk, Yoon Ji-young and Jane Jin Kaisen.

2024-10-24

MMCA co-hosts exhibition on National Academy of Arts' history

The National Academy of Arts, Republic of Korea (NAA) and the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA) are co-hosting an exhibition on the NAA’s 70-year history.

2024-09-11

Not just apartments: MMCA exhibition shows off Korea's housing and living spaces

Models, blueprints, interior and exterior photographs and related documents portraying Korean housing culture are on display at the MMCA Gwacheon branch’s latest exhibition, titled “Performative Home: Architecture for Alternative Living.”

2024-08-05

MMCA event to feature futsal classes, art tours with ex-footballer Park Ji-sung

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, in collaboration with Nike, will host a multicultural event featuring football legend Park Ji-sung. The program includes futsal activities, a lecture by Park, and a special exhibition tour.

2024-07-05

MMCA and artist Kim Ku-lim fail to settle disputes over exhibition catalog

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA) and Kim Ku-lim failed to reach an agreement regarding the publication of the 87-year-old artist’s exhibition catalog.

2024-06-05

Painting the real world: MMCA's new exhibition focuses on Korea's figurative art

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art kicked off a new exhibition last week, showcasing Korean figurative paintings from the 1960s and 1970s.

2024-05-29

Release your inner kid with these Children's Day activities

The Korea JoongAng Daily compiled a list of events taking place in and around Seoul for you and the kids this Children's Day.

2024-04-30

MMCA launches online resources hub on contemporary Korean art

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA) has launched an online art research platform on Wednesday.

2024-02-21

Sound sculptor Kwon Byung-jun wins Korea Artist Prize 2023

The 52-year-old artist’s “sense-stimulating approach” exploring the limitlessness of scientific and technological developments and their relations to humanity earned him one of four finalist spots, the MMCA said in a press release.

2024-02-08