Hahoe World Mask Museum
하회세계탈박물관
A mask-focused museum at the entrance to Hahoe Village, with collections from across South Korea and dozens of countries. It's the best preparation before watching the Hahoe mask dance.
The Hahoe World Mask Museum is located near the ticket office of Hahoe Village. Its collection includes traditional masks from across South Korea as well as masks from dozens of countries in Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas, displayed by region. The highlight is the Hahoe masks. The Hahoe mask, a National Treasure, is considered the oldest wooden mask in South Korea. The museum displays replicas and explains the expressions and satirical significance of characters such as the yangban, the bride and the fool. A visit takes about 40 minutes, admission is several thousand won, and it is generally open from about 9:30 to 18:00. Next door, the Transmission Hall hosts regular performances of the Hahoe Byeolsingut mask dance. It is best to visit the museum before watching the show. Take Bus 246 from downtown to Hahoe Village.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:30–18:00
Nearby sights
- Hahoe Byeolsingut Talnori
- Hahoe Folk Village
- Buyongdae Cliff
- Byeongsan Seowon
- Bongjeongsa Temple
- Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum
- Jebiwon Stone Buddha (Icheon-dong)
- Andong Jjimdak Alley (Andong Gu Market)