Hangawon: Korea’s First Museum of Traditional Korean Confections

A museum devoted to hangwa

Hangawon is a museum dedicated to hangwa, traditional Korean confections. It presents information about their history, origins and making, alongside displays of the tools used in their production.

The museum brings together exhibits and explanations to offer a broad introduction to hangwa. Its two exhibition floors cover the subject from basic ingredients and methods to the confection’s place in tradition and culture.

Explore the exhibitions

The first-floor gallery introduces the making process, ingredients and history of hangwa. Visitors can also learn about types including yakgwa, yugwa, yumilgwa, jeonggwa, dasik and gangjeong.

Displays on the first floor also feature hangwa served at royal tables and eaten during holidays and everyday life. The second-floor gallery explores seasonal hangwa, traditional tea and hangwa, and hangwa alongside sweets from around the world.

Tools, makers and Pocheon

On the second floor, exhibits include hangwa-making tools, the system for recognizing master makers and profiles of hangwa masters. Other topics include the Pocheon hangwa cluster, the nationwide distribution of hangwa, tourist attractions in Pocheon and the qualities of hangwa.

The museum also offers theoretical education intended to make it easier to take part in experiences and learn about hangwa. Together, the displays provide an overview of the confection and its production.

Visitor information

The museum is at 경기도 포천시 영북면 산정호수로322번길 26-9. It is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Individual admission is 4,000 won for adults and 3,000 won for teenagers. The fee is 2,000 won for people with disabilities, persons of national merit, military personnel, young children, Pocheon residents and visitors aged 65 or older. Group admission for groups of 20 or more is 2,000 won. Check the official notice before visiting for any updates.