Suwon Cultural Foundation

Suwon Cultural Foundation(SWCF) is founded on January 2012 to pursue culture and art promotion based on historical and cultural heritage in Suwon. 

SWCF is managing the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Hwaseong Haenggung - the largest scale detached Palace constructed in Joseon Dynasty, Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance Hall and the first and second Suwon Outdoor Concert Hall.

The First Outdoor Concert Hall

The Second Outdoor Concert Hall

Also the Foundation has been managing a various and new culture trend including traditional and contemporary culture such as 24 Martial Arts Trial Performance, Jang Yong Yeong Guards Ceremony, musicals, the theatre, classical music and exhibitions to become close to people living in Suwon.

Furthermore SWCF has been dedicated to discover, support and nurture talented local artists through four bureaus such as Management & Administration Bureau, Cultural Events Bureau, Tourism Business Bureau and Festival Planning Bureau.

Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival

Making a start planning festivals and events on large scale such as the business of a cultural community organized by citizens and storytelling in Suwon as well as Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival, the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Theatre Festival, Suwon International Music Festival etc. is to arrange a cultural and artistic place for participating every citizen.