Busan Art Guide: Must-See Exhibitions in June

Busan's cultural calendar is packed with diverse artistic offerings, ranging from major retrospectives and modern media collaborations to regional showcases highlighting contemporary creativity. This guide outlines the prominent exhibitions running across local galleries and cultural institutions, offering visitors an insightful look into the current arts scene.

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Featured New Exhibitions

Alice Dalton Brown Retrospective: Moment and Eternity

Known as the painter of light and wind, Alice Dalton Brown presents her first retrospective exhibition in Busan following successful runs in Seoul. The exhibition features approximately 120 paintings and 40 drawings spanning from her early works in 1939 up to recent pieces in 2025. Her works meticulously capture delicate everyday scenes such as sunlight filtering through windows and curtains gently moving in the breeze.

• Dates: May 23 – September 27

• Location: Village de Ananti, 1st Floor Culture Club, 266-7 Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

• Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Admission closes at 6:00 PM). Closed on Tuesdays. Paid admission.

Void and Image

This special exhibition reinterprets the dynamic and multi-layered narrative of Busan through a harmonious blend of visual and auditory elements. Created in collaboration with the contemporary music composer group 'musiCom', the project brings together works by visual artists Kim Yun-chan, Kim Hyun-sook, and Do Tae-geun alongside musical compositions and performances.

• Dates: May 29 – June 4

• Location: Pusan National University Art Center Exhibition Hall, Geumjeong-gu, Busan

• Hours: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

2050 Maritime Capital Busan, Crossing Waves to the Future

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the opening of Busan Port, this exhibition explores future scenarios concerning climate change and rising sea levels. Divided into two parts, the showcase imagines a future where sea levels have altered urban topographies, highlighting floating cities and the newly opened Arctic shipping routes.

• Dates: May 29 – September 27

• Location: Geumgo Museum, Basement Level 1, Main Building of Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum, Jung-gu, Busan

Practical Tips

• Ticketing & Admission: Many public and municipal museums offer free admission or lower entry fees, while private galleries and special retrospectives typically require paid tickets. Check operating schedules in advance as closing days vary.

• Transportation: Most exhibition venues in Busan are easily accessible via the city's subway lines and bus networks. For coastal locations such as Gijang or Haeundae, allow extra travel time during peak hours.

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