Ganggyeong History Museum

Ganggyeong History Museum (former Hanil Bank Ganggyeong Branch) is an exhibition hall and cultural heritage located in Ganggyeong-eup, Nonsan-si. It was established in 1905 as the Hanho Nonggong Bank Ganggyeong Branch, and after the national sovereignty was taken away, it was used as the Joseon Shiksan Bank Ganggyeong Branch when the Hanho Nonggong Bank was reorganized into the Joseon Shiksan Bank by the Japanese. After liberation, it became the Hanil Bank Ganggyeong Branch, and then the Chungcheong Bank Ganggyeong Branch, making it a representative cultural heritage that symbolizes the modern commerce of the Ganggyeong area. The exterior of the building is symmetrically composed on all sides except for the front and vault room, and the ceiling (7.2m) is high, making the interior space appear bright and spacious relative to its size. With ornate decorations on the cornice and a relatively small entrance made of iron doors, this building reflects the authority and functional considerations of a bank. During the Korean War, the roof was destroyed by bombing, but it was later partially restored to its original form. Since 2012, it has been repurposed as the Ganggyeong History Museum, where visitors can view old photos and artifacts of the Ganggyeong area. Group reservations can include commentary from a docent of the Ganggyeong History and Culture Research Institute. Ganggyeong History Museum (former Hanil Bank Ganggyeong Branch) can be accessed via National Route 23, Local Route 68, and Local Route 799. The nearest highways are the Nonsan-Cheonan Expressway's Yeonmu IC and the Honam Expressway Branch's Nonsan IC. For public transportation, the Honam Line's Ganggyeong Station and Ganggyeong Bus Stop are available. Nearby attractions include Ganggyeong Jeotgal Market, Ganggyeong History Museum, Ganggyeong Modern Street, and Ganggyeong Port.