K-Heritage House for World Heritage Committee
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55 APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan (U-dong)
Festival Highlights
- World Heritage in one place
- Intangible cultural heritage performances
- Media art exhibition
- Royal Guard Changing Ceremony
- Free admission
Event Overview
The K-Heritage House for the World Heritage Committee is a special cultural event held in commemoration of the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee meeting in Busan, showcasing Korea's World Heritage, Intangible Cultural Heritage, and Memory of the World together in one place. This event, to be held at BEXCO, Busan in July 2026, will present a variety of programs planned under the theme "The Value of Korea's Heritage Recognized by the World." In the exhibition space, visitors will experience immersive displays, starting with a thematic hall introducing 17 domestic World Heritage sites, followed by Memory of the World exhibitions, national heritage media art displays, and visitor campaign experiences. Additionally, on-site programs include a Royal Guard Changing Ceremony reenacting the dignity of the Joseon Dynasty, intangible cultural heritage performances and demonstrations where visitors can directly feel the artisans' spirit, and the 'K-Goods Shop' offering traditional souvenirs with sensible designs. These rich contents will welcome visitors from around the world, allowing them to experience national heritage more intimately.
Location and Dates
The K-Heritage House for the World Heritage Committee will be held from July 20 to July 29, 2026, at BEXCO Exhibition Center 1, Halls 2B, 3 in Busan. The address is 55 APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan (U-dong).
Admission Fee
Admission is free.
Main Programs
1. Heritage: Past, Present, Future -World Heritage & UNESCO Pavilion: Introduction to the essence of 17 World Heritage sites and the value of Korea's heritage -Memory of the World Archives: Collaboration with National Archives, exhibition of physical and digital records proving history -Busan Promotion Hall: Special exhibition on the history and culture of Busan, host city of the 48th World Heritage Committee 2. Heritage through Advanced Technology -Media Art & Pyeon-aek Experience: Immersive exhibition transcending time and space, and digital experience of traditional Pyeon-aek (plaques) -Visit Campaign & "I-eojigyo": Promotion of national heritage visit courses and mobile education center experience -Interactive Zone: Operation of participatory digital content that reacts to visitors' movements 3. National Heritage Network -Local Government Promotion Hall: Regional heritage stories directly presented by World Heritage cities across the nation -National Heritage Policy Hall: Sharing the future vision for the preservation and utilization of Korea's heritage 4. Living Intangible Heritage -Intangible Heritage Live: Viewing vivid traditional performances by inheritors and delicate craft demonstrations by artisans 5. Heritage in Everyday Life -Heritage Pop-up: Sale of trendy souvenirs and goods reinterpreting traditional patterns in a modern way 6. Family Participation Program -Royal Family Walk & Stamp Tour: Joseon Royal family reenactment event and exhibition mission tour -Cookie Run Special Experience: Special map experience exploring virtual World Heritage with popular characters
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. When will the K-Heritage House for the World Heritage Committee be held?
- A. It will be held from July 20 to July 29, 2026.
- Q. Where will the event be held?
- A. It will be held at BEXCO Exhibition Center 1, Halls 2B, 3 in Busan.
- Q. How much is the admission fee?
- A. Admission is free.
- Q. What kind of heritage can I encounter?
- A. You can experience Korea's World Heritage, Intangible Cultural Heritage, and Memory of the World all in one place.
- Q. What are the main exhibition contents?
- A. It includes introductions to 17 domestic World Heritage sites, Memory of the World exhibitions, and national heritage media art exhibitions.
Info
- Location
- BEXCO Exhibition Center 1, Halls 2B, 3, Busan
- Price
- Free
- Tel
- 042-481-4833
About the Festival
is a special cultural event held in commemoration of the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee meeting in Busan, showcasing Korea's World Heritage, Intangible Cultural Heritage, and Memory of the World together in one place. This event, to be held at BEXCO, Busan in July 2026, will present a variety of programs planned under the theme "The Value of Korea's Heritage Recognized by the World." In the exhibition space, visitors will experience immersive displays, starting with a thematic hall introducing 17 domestic World Heritage sites, followed by Memory of the World exhibitions, national heritage media art displays, and visitor campaign experiences. Additionally, on-site programs include a Royal Guard Changing Ceremony reenacting the dignity of the Joseon Dynasty, intangible cultural heritage performances and demonstrations where visitors can directly feel the artisans' spirit, and the 'K-Goods Shop' offering traditional souvenirs with sensible designs. These rich contents will welcome visitors from around the world, allowing them to experience national heritage more intimately.
About the Festival
1. Heritage: Past, Present, Future -World Heritage & UNESCO Pavilion: Introduction to the essence of 17 World Heritage sites and the value of Korea's heritage -Memory of the World Archives: Collaboration with National Archives, exhibition of physical and digital records proving history -Busan Promotion Hall: Special exhibition on the history and culture of Busan, host city of the 48th World Heritage Committee 2. Heritage through Advanced Technology -Media Art & Pyeon-aek Experience: Immersive exhibition transcending time and space, and digital experience of traditional Pyeon-aek (plaques) -Visit Campaign & "I-eojigyo": Promotion of national heritage visit courses and mobile education center experience -Interactive Zone: Operation of participatory digital content that reacts to visitors' movements 3. National Heritage Network -Local Government Promotion Hall: Regional heritage stories directly presented by World Heritage cities across the nation -National Heritage Policy Hall: Sharing the future vision for the preservation and utilization of Korea's heritage 4. Living Intangible Heritage -Intangible Heritage Live: Viewing vivid traditional performances by inheritors and delicate craft demonstrations by artisans 5. Heritage in Everyday Life -Heritage Pop-up: Sale of trendy souvenirs and goods reinterpreting traditional patterns in a modern way 6. Family Participation Program -Royal Family Walk & Stamp Tour: Joseon Royal family reenactment event and exhibition mission tour -Cookie Run Special Experience: Special map experience exploring virtual World Heritage with popular characters
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