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The 16th Gwangju Biennale opened Sept 5, 2026, titled after the last line of Rilke’s 1908 poem: facing a broken ancient statue, the speaker realizes he must change his life.
16th Gwangju Biennale “You Must Change Your Life” (제16회 광주비엔날레)
Sat, Sep 5 – Sun, Nov 15
Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall
전남광주통합특별시 북구 비엔날레로 111 (용봉동)
10:00–18:00
₩20,000 (advance ₩17,000; see the official site)
Contact 062-608-4500
About
The 16th Gwangju Biennale opened Sept 5, 2026, titled after the last line of Rilke’s 1908 poem: facing a broken ancient statue, the speaker realizes he must change his life.
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You Must Change Your Life (16th Gwangju Biennale) (너는 네 삶을 바꿔야 한다 《You Must Change Your Life》)
Source: Korea Tourism Organization (Korean listing, translated by us)
Data as of 10.17. Dates and prices can change, so check the official site before you go.