- Special exhibition commemorating the first anniversary of the opening of Cheong Wa Dae at its main building and the Chunchugwan from June 1 to August 28

 - Unveil symbolic props showing the people’s anguish and political resolve of the former presidents

 - Disclose the restored Blue House’s main building ... Exhibit furniture and tableware at Chunchugwan

In celebration of the first anniversary of its opening, a unique presidential history exhibition, “Stories of Our Presidents: The Presidents Were Here,” is now held at Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House), which has been returned to the citizens. Through an exhibition that sheds light on former presidents, Cheong Wa Dae is brimming with life as it showcases its original dignity and values that resonate with the people, remaining true to its character.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister PARK Bo Gyoon, MCST) holds a special exhibition commemorating the first anniversary of the opening of Cheong Wa Dae at its main building and the Chunchugwan from June 1 (Thu) to August 28 (Mon). Various props and materials containing records of the presidents’ lives are revealed through the exhibition, and some areas of Cheong Wa Dae have been restored to their original appearance to welcome visitors.

“Cheong Wa Dae has been the stage of the highest level of leadership on which former presidents have written Korea’s turbulent history for 74 years,” Minister PARK Bo Gyoon said. He added, “Through the presidents’ symbolic possessions, the exhibition was prepared to show the moments when they agonized and made decisions at the peak of their power. This exhibition will allow us to know our presidents in a way that has never been experienced before through storytelling, breaking away from the existing exhibition method of dealing with the president’s merits and demerits.”

❙ A new type of presidential history exhibition, “Stories of Our Presidents: The Presidents Were Here”

The exhibition “Stories of Our Presidents: The Presidents Were Here” is now open in Blue House’s main hall, the King Sejong and Inwang Rooms. The exhibition begins with props that symbolize the lives of former presidents at Cheong Wa Dae. The story contained in the props will be accessible to the audience in a simple yet fascinating way, along with various photographic materials.

❙ Welcoming the public like state guests, “Main Building Interior Restoration Project”

The main building of Cheong Wa Dae is being restored to its former appearance when the president received state guests and held office through the “Main Building Interior Restoration Project.” During this exhibition period, visitors can see the red carpet that was uncovered by removing the cover carpet placed to protect it. In addition, the works installed during the construction of the main building are returned to their original places, and some of them are restored to greet visitors, as seen in the media in the past.

At the central staircase, the "Geumsugangsando(Beautiful Land of Korea)" painting[1] had its gold-colored sections, which were originally mixed with silver during its creation, oxidized and turned black. Artist KIM Shik restored it to its original golden appearance. Additionally, the 10-panel folding screen calligraphy piece by LEE Soo Duk, titled “A-ae-il-il-sin-ji-daehanmingook," which welcomed BTS in the Choongmusil, and the platinum mural "Hunminjeongeum" by BAIK Kum-Nam, installed in the Sejongsil used for cabinet meetings, will also be revealed to the public through this exhibition.

❙ The presidential space, a courteous invitation to Cheong Wa Dae, “Invitation, Venue”

In the briefing room on the second floor of the Chunchugwan, which used to be a press conference hall, household items such as furniture and tableware that have been used for a long time in Cheong Wa Dae are displayed to present a new perspective of the president’s past. During the exhibition period, there will be a visitor participation program.

From this exhibition onward, the number of visitors to the main building will be adjusted to 200 to ensure their safety and that of Cheong Wa Dae facilities as well. Visitors can enjoy viewing the main building in more courteously with a pleasant atmosphere. (For general inquiries about visiting Cheong Wa Dae, please contact: 1522-7760)

For presidents' props, please refer to the attached file.