Salt Gallery (소금박물관)

Introduction

The building for Salt Gallery is the original stone-built salt storage in 1945, which
remained intact. Previously a wooden storage for salt, it was later used as a warehouse for materials,
and it is now transformed into a Salt Gallery after remodeling in 2007. The gallery was thought to a
source of important historical data for salt farms since it remains the old scene
from the past. Also, it offers a modern stone-built storage at this exhibition hall.

The gallery exhibits everything about salt, from stories to anthropological aspects. In particular, the exhibition tries to break down the misunderstanding in
which salt is thought to be the principal factor of diabetes and high blood pressure, and acknowledge the useful health
benefits of salt by explaining the different types of salt uses. Beyond the
general information on salt, the history behind salt is also explained. Also,
daily lives of the people living in Taepyeong Salt Farm, the process of making salt and information about Hamcho (Salicornia herbacea salt)
are also showcased in this gallery.

- Modern Cultural Heritage No. 361

- Opening Date: July 14, 2007

Basic Information

Address 1058, Jidojeungdo-ro, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do (58808)

Phone +82-61-275-7541

Website www.saltmuseum.org
(Korean only)

Last Updated 2019/03/19

Additional Information

Program Information [Salt Farming Experience]
-
Taepyeong Salt Farm

- Program: Learn about sun-dried salt, on-site salt making experience, learn
about the importance of natural environment and food
- Make a reservation online at least three days in
advanced
- Open to visitors of all ages
-
Operating period: Mid March to Mid-October
- Fare: Adults 10,000 won / Teenagers & Children (ages 7-18) 9,000 won
Children (ages 4-6)/ Seniors (ages 65 or more) / People with disabilities: 8,000 won (proof required)
※ Free
ticket for Sun-dried salt ice cream or Hamcho tea offered

Collections Status More than 50 pieces

Reservation for Foreigners Inquiry: +82-61-275-0829

Info. Services for Koreans 11:00 / 15:00

General Overview Inquiry: +82-61-275-0829

Reservations Inquiry: +82-61-275-0829