Jeju Haenyeo Museum

This museum preserves the history and heritage of Jeju's haenyeo, the island's female divers whose culture is designated as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The facility serves as an educational center highlighting the sustainable and cooperative traditions of these women, who are known for their free-diving practices.

The large exhibition hall features detailed displays on the divers' semi-agricultural and semi-fishing lifestyle. Exhibits include replicas of traditional houses, traditional tools, and insights into their food culture. Specific documentation covers the history, rites, and rituals that define the daily lives and practices of the haenyeo community.

The museum showcases the unique social structure and practices of the divers. The collection includes various artifacts and historical documents that illustrate the development of this cultural identity over time.