Introduction
Ojukheon House gets its name from the many black bamboo trees that surround it. It was here where Sinsaimdang (1504-1551) lived and where her son Yi I (penname Yulgok; scholar and politician of the Joseon Period) was born. It was built during the time of the 11th King of Joseon, King Jungjong (1506-1544), and remains one of the oldest wooden residential buildings in Korea. It was designated as Treasure No. 165 in 1963 and has been maintained by the descendants throughout the generations.

Inside Ojukheon is Yulgok Memorial Hall, Mongryongsil, where Yi I was born, the household shrine called Munseongsa, and the various entrance gates. There is also Eojaegak, which was built to preserve the inkstone and Gyeokmongyogyeol (a book written by Yi I in 1577 for those beginning their studies), mementos of Yi I.

Beside Ojukheon, there is the Gangneung Municipal Museum where you can see relics from the prehistoric age and other various historical materials from different time periods.

Telephone
+82-33-660-3301~3308

Current Status
[Gangneung Ojukheon House] Treasure No.165 (designated on January 21,1963)

Closed
Seollal (Lunar New Year), Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day), January 1

Duration
Approx. 1 hour

Operating Hours
Summer season: 08:00-18:00
Winter season: 08:00-17:30
* Last admission 30 minutes before closing

Parking Facilities
Available

Parking Fees
Free

Admission Fees
Individual
Adults: 3,000 won / Teens: 2,000 won / Children: 1,000 won

Group (30 or more people)
Adults: 2,000 won / Teens: 1,500 won / Children: 500 won

* Seniors (ages 65 and older) free

Restrooms
Available

Facilities for the Handicapped
Wheelchair ramp, accessible entrance, parking spaces, restrooms

Pets
Not permitted