April Exhibition Recommendations: Four Must-See Exhibitions in Seoul and Busan, from Dior to Jim Avignon

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April Exhibition Dior Seoul Busan

Introducing major exhibitions taking place in Seoul and Busan in April 2025.

From the iconic Dior exhibition to the original works of Art Nouveau master Alphonse Mucha, the legendary musician Patti Smith’s sound exhibition, and the witty pop art of Jim Avignon.

This month, a rich array of emotionally stimulating exhibitions is prepared. Strongly recommended for weekend dates or solo healing courses.

1. Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams (Jung-gu, Seoul)

A large exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the globally beloved designer brand Dior has finally landed in Seoul.

‘Designer of Dreams’ will be held at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul after Paris, London, and New York, showcasing Dior’s worldview and design aesthetics through overwhelming spatial presentations.

Highlights:

The history of the New Look

9 reinterpretations of the ‘Lady Dior’

Attendance by famous celebrities like Kim Yuna and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo

Exhibition Information:

Location: 281 Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Duration: April 19, 2025 – July 13, 2025

2. Alphonse Mucha Original Works Exhibition: The Flower of Art Nouveau (Gangnam, Seoul)

An original works exhibition of Alphonse Mucha, who captivated Paris with a single poster, will be held in Seoul.

The exhibition will feature over 300 original works and stained glass reproductions by Mucha, known as a representative artist of Art Nouveau.

Recommended Points:

Reproduction of the stained glass space of Prague Castle

Various original works including posters, prints, and drawings

The iconic color palette of ‘Le Style Mucha’

Exhibition Information:

Location: 518 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Textile Center Building B1)

Duration: March 20, 2025 – July 13, 2025

3. Soundwalk Collective & Patti Smith Exhibition: An Endless Conversation (Jung-gu, Seoul)

A unique sound exhibition where music, poetry, and philosophy intertwine.

A collaborative project between Patti Smith and Soundwalk Collective will take place at Seoul Picnic.

This exhibition, which discusses memory, society, and the environment through ‘sound,’ is also gaining attention as a global simultaneous exhibition with the Tokyo Museum of Contemporary Art.

Main Content:

<Children of Chernobyl>, <Pasolini> audio installations

Patti Smith’s poetry readings

Sound art themed around literature and the environment

Exhibition Information:

Location: 30 Toegye-ro 6ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul (piknic)

Duration: April 19, 2025 – July 20, 2025

4. Jim Avignon Exhibition: 21st Century Smile (Suyeong-gu, Busan)

A pop art exhibition by Jim Avignon, famous for the peace mural on the Berlin Wall, will be held in Busan.

Enjoy Jim Avignon’s works, which depict cities and society with cheerful colors and a satirical perspective, with your family.

Exhibition Features:

Large paintings, music videos, murals, and installation art exhibitions

Audiovisual content fused with music composed by himself

An exhibition suitable for viewing with children

Exhibition Information:

  Location: 96 Gwangnam-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

  Duration: April 17, 2025 – August 31, 2025

Conclusion TIP

This April, even if you choose just one or two exhibitions in Seoul and Busan, you can recharge your artistic inspiration and emotions.

The Dior exhibition or the Mucha original works exhibition is recommended for those who love fashion and art, while the Jim Avignon exhibition is perfect for families wanting to enjoy a cultural outing with their children.