Founded in 1964 and managed by the Handok Jeseok Foundation, the Handok Museum of Medicine and Pharmacy stands as Korea’s pioneering corporate and specialty museum. With a collection exceeding 20,000 medical artifacts from across the globe, including recognized treasures and significant scientific resources, the museum dedicates itself to the acquisition, study, conservation, and display of these historical items. It also serves as an educational hub, offering programs that link history with learning, and acts as a vital institution for both research and public education.

Since 2009, in partnership with the Cultural Heritage Administration, the Guardians of Intangible Cultural Heritage program has provided free health check-ups to Living National Treasures, who are at risk of chronic diseases due to old age, in collaboration with 11 hospitals nationwide.

Located within the Handok Museum of Medicine and Pharmacy, the Life Gallery showcases contemporary art pieces themed around life and living. Regular exhibitions offer a variety of artworks and experiences, and since 2023, simultaneous exhibitions have been held at the Handok Future Complex in Magok, Seoul. The gallery supports emerging artists in contemporary art and contributes to the community through cultural sharing activities.

Handok and the Handok Jeseok Foundation lead patronage activities, hosting events like the Guardians of Human Cultural Heritage Participation Square/Charity Performances to share and experience the value of traditional culture. They also organize classical music concerts in the evening for office workers, contributing to cultural and artistic sharing in the community.