Jejumok Gwana
See historic administrative buildings and a contemporary cultural space in the old town.
Visitor guide →Jeju City and the north · Indoor exhibitions
Art Space Ia
Art Space Ia is an exhibition venue in Jeju City's old town, housed in the former Jeju National University Hospital. Discover contemporary art and the stories of an old local building during a walking itinerary.
Travel planning at a glance
Art Space Ia presents visual art such as painting, video and installation in the old town. Check the current exhibition and open visitor areas; we suggest 45 minutes–1 hour. Artists' studios and programs requiring reservations are separate from general exhibitions.
Art Space Ia at a glance
- Attraction type
- Indoor exhibitions
- Visit area
- Jeju City
- Planning reference
- 45 minutes–1 hour (editorial estimate)
- Essential visit information
- Check the current exhibition, Monday closure and areas open to visitors.
Operating and access information is based on the official sources below. Recommended routes and visit durations are editorial suggestions. Check each place's description to see whether waiting, meals and similar time are included, and allow separate time for travel between places.
Ia's transformation from an old hospital into an art space
The site of Ia is described as the former location of historic Jejumok's ia office. A hospital later occupied the site and then relocated; the remaining building was renovated for today's art space.
Alongside the exhibitions, observe the old building's structure. Seeing the site's past and the present of contemporary art connected in one place offers a focus for a cultural visit to the old town.
Choosing from current video, installation and other exhibitions
The official introduction lists varied visual art exhibitions, including painting, three-dimensional works, video, installation and new media. Genres and exhibition titles change, so check what is on during your visit and allow time according to your interests.
Residency spaces, an art lab and classrooms are also introduced, but not every space is a general visitor area. Start with exhibition rooms open to visitors, and check Monday closures and operations during exhibition changes.
Distinguishing exhibition visits from participatory programs
Cultural participation programs may have separate application and reservation conditions. Distinguishing a same-day exhibition visit from participation in educational or studio programs can help you find the experience you want.
With children, choose a few interesting works and check the lighting and sound conditions of videos. In education or creative spaces in use, stay within permitted visitor areas and avoid disturbing other people's work.
A cultural walk between Gwandeokjeong and the old town's lanes
The reference address is 제주시 중앙로14길 21. Watch for traffic and crossings when walking through the lanes, and set Art Space Ia as your destination to avoid confusing it with Jeju National University Hospital's current address.
Jejumok Gwana is an option for adding a historic administrative site. Continuing to the Folklore & Natural History Museum lets you compare contemporary exhibitions with Jeju's everyday culture. Check each facility's closure days separately.
Visitor location · 제주특별자치도 제주시 중앙로14길 21
Location reference ↗Where to go after Art Space Ia
Folklore & Natural History Museum
A visit comparing contemporary exhibitions with the background of Jeju's everyday life and nature.
Visitor guide →Frequently asked travel questions
What building does Art Space Ia occupy?
The former Jeju National University Hospital building was remodeled into a cultural space.
What kinds of art can I see at Art Space Ia?
It presents a range of visual art exhibitions, including painting, video, installation and new media. Check the exhibition information for your visit date.
Can I freely visit the artists' studios at Ia?
Residency and work spaces are separate from general exhibition visits. Follow the access and participation conditions for areas and programs open to the public.
How long should I allow for Art Space Ia?
We suggest 45 minutes–1 hour for an exhibition-focused visit. Adjust this to the size of the current exhibition and any programs you join.