Written: October 8, 2026 · Updated: October 8, 2026

This guide summarizes official announcements and is not a firsthand visit review. Character illustrations are GPT-generated.

2026 Gyeongnam Forest Museum Hands in Bloom in the Forest Schedule & Parking, Weekend Arboretum Family Experience

The arboretum forest is turning golden with autumn 🍁

The Gyeongsangnam-do Forest Museum autumn program 『Hands in Bloom in the Forest』 is held every weekend from October 10 (Sat) to November 29 (Sun) at the Forest Museum inside Gyeongsangnam-do Arboretum.

Here’s a summary of the official press release (October 7) and arboretum visitor information.

🎪 About the Event

This is an educational and hands-on program linked to the Forest Museum’s special exhibition, where you can create and draw together with the participating artists.

You’ll make your own works using forest resources like hanji (traditional paper) and wood. All activities are free.

The Forest Museum opened in 2001 and always exhibits materials on forestry and forest industries.

The poster’s main title is ‘Hands Blooming in the Forest’, but the press release and program name are ‘Hands in Bloom in the Forest’.

✨ What’s Happening When?

There are three programs. Hanji and woodcraft are held only on specific dates, while the art experience is available every weekend.

Hanji Craft Making is led by hanji craft master Seol Soon-nam from Miryang, where you’ll create crafts like original cup coasters using traditional hanji paper. You’ll also hear about daknamu (paper mulberry), the raw material for hanji.

Practical Woodcraft Making is with artist Kim Hyun-woo from Changnyeong. You’ll sand pre-cut wood and paint your own design to make a unique plating board.

Family Art Experience starts with viewing artist Kim Hye-kyung’s media art from the special exhibition 『Light of Tradition, Embracing Nature』. Then, you’ll draw on scratch paper and leave your impressions. If you wish, your finished artwork can be displayed in the exhibition’s connected space.

🙋 How to Participate

Participation is by on-site registration, first-come, first-served on the day of the event. It’s open to weekend visitors of Gyeongsangnam-do Arboretum.

The activities take place in the Forest Museum’s 1st floor education room and at the experience area by the special exhibition hall entrance.

For the family art experience, you can join freely by following the Forest Museum’s SNS and showing proof.

🎟️ Arboretum Admission & Hours

The activities are free, but arboretum admission is separate.

If a child (under 18) and their parent or grandparent enter together, and at least one of them has an address in Gyeongnam, you get a 50% family discount. Bring proof of family relationship and an ID.

Hours are different in October and November.

🚗 Directions & Parking

The arboretum visitor guide states that parking is free.

Bus No. 281 passes through Banseong Station. From Masan South Bus Terminal, it’s about 40 min to Jinju by slow intercity bus. Hamo Call Bus (TmoneyGO app, 1866-1241) is also available.

👨‍👩‍👧 If Visiting with Kids

The arboretum electric tour car runs until November 30. On weekends, it operates 13 times a day, and each ride takes about 30 min.

Closed on Mondays and rainy days.

Children under 7 cannot enter the arboretum alone. Pets, cooking, bicycles, and ball games are not allowed.

⏳ Not Yet Announced

□ Number of participants per hanji/woodcraft session
□ Which Forest Museum SNS account to follow
□ Operation on rainy days
□ Special exhibition 『Light of Tradition, Embracing Nature』 period

This information isn’t in the official guide yet. I’ll update this post when it’s available.

If you have questions, contact the Forest Environment Research Institute Management Office at 055-254-3823.

👍 Recommended for These Families

✔ Families who want to try hanji and woodcraft with kids
✔ Families who want to add free activities to a weekend arboretum walk
✔ Families looking for autumn forests near Jinju or Masan

Enjoy an autumn forest walk and hands-on crafts all at once— these experiences are held on weekends through November 29.

This post is based on official information before visiting in person. Character images are GPT-generated.

AI-assisted translation. Numbers and article structure were checked against the Korean original on 2026-10-09. This is not a new verification of the event announcements. Original post (Korean)