[Anchor] This week on Jeju: A to Z, Todd Thacker takes a brief look at some fun, hands-on cultural activities which the Jeju National Museum has on offer for visitors over Chuseok, one of Korea’s major national holidays.

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Nearly a quarter of a million people are expected to visit Jeju during Chuseok. Many islanders will be returning home to honor their ancestors, while others will come as tourists.

[Slug CG] Special events held at Jeju National Museum, Sept. 14-18

From Sept. 14 to the 18th, Jeju National Museum, one of the island’s oldest and representative museums, will offer a wide range of hands-on cultural events and activities for the whole family. It is setup to help people understand and appreciate traditional Chuseok customs, as well as to enjoy a pleasant day at the museum.

[Slug CG] Harvest festival games and children’s films screened daily

Activities include traditional festival games for families on the 16th of September from 12 to 3:30. And over the course of the 5-day schedule, everyday from 2 to 4 p.m. a different children's’ film will be screened in the museum’s main auditorium.

[Slug CG] Rice cake and cracker making on tap

Food is also a big part of the Chuseok festival. So visitors can try their hand at traditional rice cake making, which involves pounding the rice with a giant mallet. This program is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the 14th, and on the 15, you can make five-color fried rice crackers.

There will also be puzzle making, a chance to take a family photo, and face painting. All these events will be held in the museum’s courtyard and Exhibition Hall.

[Slug CG] Todd Thacker

Admission to the museum and the Chuseok cultural programs is free, and while you’re there, be sure to check out the separate children’s museum and right next door, Sarabong Park.

Todd Thacker, KCTV