Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles facts for kids

The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) is a special place in Los Angeles, California. It's like an embassy for Korean culture, helping people in the United States learn more about South Korea. It's run by the South Korean government's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The main goal of KCCLA is to help build stronger friendships between Korea and the U.S. through fun cultural and educational activities.

A Look Back: KCCLA's Journey

The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles opened its doors on April 11, 1980. It was created to share Korean culture with people in the U.S.

Important Moments in KCCLA History

• 1980: The KCCLA was officially started on April 11.
• 1992: During a time of unrest in Los Angeles, the area around the center faced challenges. However, the KCCLA building was kept safe.
• 2001: The KCCLA Library was updated and reopened on May 24.
• 2006: KCCLA began working closely with other important Korean government groups. These included the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Korean Culture & Content Agency. This helped them share even more about Korea.

Exploring KCCLA: What You Can See and Do

The KCCLA has many cool areas for visitors to explore. Each part helps people learn about Korean culture.

• Folk Museum: This museum has a special exhibit called "Elegant Life of the Noble Class during the Joseon Period." You can see how important Korean families lived long ago. It shows traditional rooms like the sarangbang (the husband's area) and the anbang (the wife's area). You can also see beautiful old crafts, embroidery, and other historical items.
• Art Gallery: On the second floor, there's an art gallery. It hosts several new art shows every year. These shows feature amazing artists from both Los Angeles and around the world. You can see both traditional and modern Korean art here.
• Library: The KCCLA library is full of resources. It has over 17,000 books, videos, DVDs, and CDs. You can find materials in both English and Korean. It's a great place to learn more about Korea.
• Auditorium: The Ari Hall is a large room used for different events. It's a place where they show movies, give talks, and host presentations about Korea.
• Exhibitions: Besides the Folk Museum, KCCLA often has other special exhibitions. These shows display historical items that teach visitors about Korea's past.

A "Book Concert" event at the Korean Cultural Center LA.

See also

• Korean Art
• Culture of Korea
• Korean Wave
• Korean Cultural Centers