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[LA] #losangeles 🎁 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🎁 Unbox your K-Culture at KCCLA ✨ Visit our special exhibition 💫 MU:DS, K-Culture Unboxed and participate in our Instagram event for a chance to receive exclusive gifts 👀🇰🇷 How to join: 📸 Take a photo or video at the exhibition 📲 Follow @kccla @muds_global and upload your Instagram Story tagging us 🎁 Show your post at the front desk to receive a special gift! 📍 Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles 🗓 Starting May 8, 2026 ⏳ While supplies last ✨ Monthly Bonus Giveaway ✨ Post a feed photo or Reel with #kccla #muds_global for a chance to win a special prize, including K-pop goodies and popular MU:DS items 💖 - One winner will be selected each month and contacted via DM. Come experience the viral museum goods from Korea’s National Museum — now in LA 🌸 #kccla #giveaway

[LA] #losangeles ✨ MU:DS, K-Culture Unboxed — now in LA What if Korean heritage became something you could use in everyday life? 👀 The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles presents MU:DS (Museum Goods) — by National Museum of Korea, where centuries-old culture meets modern design 💫 From aesthetic objects to creative reinterpretations, see how Korean tradition is being transformed into something fresh, relatable, and global 🌏 📍 KCCLA (1st Floor) 🗓 May 7 – July 7, 2026 Come experience K-culture—unboxed 📦✨ #kccla #muds #koreanculture #thingstodolosangeles

[LA] #losangeles A Cinematic Journey Through Korean Film History The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles, in collaboration with the Korean Film Archive (KOFA), presents Frames of Korea Through Films, a classic film cinematheque series exploring the history and evolution of Korean cinema. Featuring six landmark films from the 1960s to the 2000s, the series offers a unique opportunity to experience Korean cinema in dialogue with its social, cultural, and historical contexts. From post-war realism to contemporary cinematic voices, each screening highlights pivotal moments in Korea’s film history. The program includes Aimless Bullet (1961), The Road to Sampo (1975), Come Come Come Upward (1989), A Walk in the Rain (1994), Incoherence (1994), and Save the Green Planet! (2003). Each screening will be accompanied by expert commentary and a Q&A session, offering deeper insight into the films and their significance. 📍 May – September 2026 📍 Ari Hall, Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles 📍 6:30 PM 📍 RSVP via KCCLA website or https://forms.gle/U1AMFRntyKLNzk3f9 Join us for a special journey through the history of Korean cinema. #koreanfilm #koreancinema #kccla #filmseries🎞️

[LA] #losangeles Thank you to everyone who joined us for Aimless Bullet last night 🎬 We loved sharing this timeless masterpiece of Korean cinema with you all. Our Frames of Korea Through Films series continues on June 17 with The Road to Sampo ❄️ Hope to see you again at KCCLA! RSVP through the link in our bio. #aimlessbullet #oldfilm #koreanculture #kccla

[Korea] #korea Experience Korea like never before – all-inclusive cultural adventure awaits! The Korean Cultural Center of Los Angeles, Korea Tourism Organization, and King Sejong Institute Center, USA are thrilled to invite you to the 2026 K-Culture Field Trip! Experience the perfect blend of tradition and trend. From serene World Heritage Sites to the vibrant streets of Seoul and the natural wonders of Jeju Island, this journey is designed for you, your friends, and your family. ✨ Program Highlights All-Inclusive Comfort: Enjoy stress-free travel with all accommodations, meals, local transportation, admission fees, and gratuities covered. Cultural Immersion: Exclusive Seoul & Jeju tours and a seat at the world-famous Nanta show. Ultimate Flexibility: Extend your stay to explore more of Korea or neighboring countries at your leisure. ✈️ Smart Flight Options: Maximum Freedom, Minimum Cost! To ensure the lowest possible program fee and offer you total flexibility, airfare is not included in the package. This allows you to: Save More: Use your personal miles or credit card points for a “zero-cost” flight. Travel Your Way: Choose your preferred airline, seat class, and schedule. Expert Support: Our partner agency provides personalized, lowest-fare consulting to help you find the best deal. [Ready to Join?] Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness the magic of Korea firsthand! Link: /seajong_guide_view_2026?event=seajong2026 Have Questions? We are here to help! For further information, please contact: Jin Sung: 213-383-5511 | [email protected] | [email protected] #korea #ktola #kingsejonginstitute #kccla

Who will take the crown? 👑 The final stage where passion meets performance. Top dancers compete for the spotlight, bringing their best moves, energy, and dreams to the stage. Don’t miss the moment a winner is made. 📅 May 23 ⏰ 13:00–15:00 📍 LA LIVE Event Deck #KpopDance #CoverDance #KEXPOUSA #LAEvents #DanceBattle

[LA] #losangeles KCCLA and the National Museum of Korean Literature are hosting the Korean literature lecture series <K-Culture: Explore More, Enjoy More> A Window into Korean Culture: Focus on Korean Literature. Discover the roots of today’s global Korean Culture (K-Culture) through the powerful lens of Korean literature. This engaging lecture traces how stories—from traditional classics to modern hits like K-dramas and BTS—reflect Korea’s history, identity, and emotional depth. ✔️Session 1: 6:30pm, Thursday, May 21, 2026 — The Origins of K-Culture through the Lens of Korean Literary Tradition (90 minutes) ✔️Session 2: 6:30 pm, Friday, May 22, 2026 — Contemporary Korean Literature: Diversity and the Korean Wave (60 minutes) & Diaspora Authors Panel (60 minutes) 📍Venue: Ari Hall, KCCLA (5505 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036) ❤️Benefits: Certificate of Completion issued by the Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles and the King Sejong Institute Center, USA, along with Korean cultural gifts (souvenirs) * Free RSVP at our website (link in bio) - Rosa Kwon Easton is an Anaphora Writing Residency Fellow, and her work has been published in CRAFT Literary, Electric Literature, Writer’s Digest, and elsewhere. A graduate of Smith College, Columbia University, and Boston College Law School, she resides with her husband and Maltipoo in sunny Southern California. White Mulberry has been translated into multiple languages, and her sequel, Red Seal, is due out in October 2026. She can be found at rosakwoneaston.com and on Instagram @rosakwoneaston . - Lisa Lee has received additional fellowships and awards from Kundiman, Millay Arts, Hedgebrook, the Rona Jaffe Foundation, Tin House, Jentel Artist Residency, the Korea Foundation, and others. Her work has appeared in Ploughshares, VIDA, North American Review, Sycamore Review, Gulf Coast, and elsewhere. She holds an MFA from the University of Houston and a PhD in Creative Writing and Literature from the University of Southern California. She lives in Los Angeles. @lisaleehello #kccla #literature #kculture #touringkarts

[LA] #losangeles ✨ Wait… these are museum goods?! 👀🇰🇷 The viral items from Korea’s National Museum that kept selling out online are now in LA ✨ From tiger art and celadon-inspired pieces to aesthetic home goods and accessories, MU:DS transforms traditional Korean heritage into designs you’ll actually want in your everyday life 💫 Think: 🩵 Korean aesthetics 🎨 Art + design 🏺 Heritage reimagined 🛍️ Collectible museum goods If you love design, museums, K-culture, or cute aesthetic finds… this exhibition is for you 👏 📍 Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles 🗓 May 7 – July 7, 2026 Come see Korea’s iconic museum goods up close — only at KCCLA ✨ #kccla #muds #nationalmuseumofkorea #koreanheritage

LAUNCH Gallery, in partnership with The Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) invites all California visual artists to submit work for a juried exhibition and competition at The Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles, June 24 to July 17, 2026. Deadline to submit May 20th midnight. One first-place artist will be awarded $800 and an exhibition opportunity at LAUNCH Gallery in 2027. Two second place artists will receive $300 each.  Juried by Paul Loya of Long Beach Museum of Art and TeaYoun Kim-Kassor of Otis College of Art & Design More info in bio and /festivals_unique_info.php?ID=17203

Join the 2026 King Sejong Institute Korean Speech Contest for a chance to win an unforgettable experience in Korea. The finalist will win a full Korean Language Study Program at a top university in Korea in 2027! 🙋‍♀️ WHO CAN ENTER? - Current or past students of KSIC USA or KSIC KCCLA. - New/Potential Students: If you’ve completed or are enrolled in at least 2 classes before the deadline, you’re eligible! - Note: Applicants must not have native Korean-speaking parents. 📝 HOW TO JOIN - Record: A 2~5 minute video of your speech on one of the two given topics. - Write: Your speech manuscript. - Submit: Email your video, manuscript, and the Consent & Release Form to 📧 mailto:[email protected]. 💬TOPIC 1. Korean in My Daily Life (나의 생활에서의 한국어) 2. Why I Am Learning Korean (내가 한국어를 배우는 이유) ⏳Deadline: May 31, 2026 📍 Pro Tip: Download the application form from the [Announcement] menu on our website. Outstanding participants will move on to an interview round on June 5th! Don’t let this chance slip away. Your journey to Korea starts with one speech. Good luck! Fighting! 💪🔥 #KoreanSpeechContest #LearnKorean #StudyInKorea #KCCLA #KSICUSA KingSejongInstitute KoreaBound KoreanLanguage LanguageChallenge KCulture

[LA] #losangeles 📚 Book of the Month at KCCLA Library Rising from the Ashes by Paula Yoo In Rising from the Ashes, Paula Yoo presents a powerful and deeply researched account of the 1992 Los Angeles Riots—told through personal stories and layered historical perspectives. Following the lives of Rodney King, Latasha Harlins, Edward Jae Song Lee, and many others, the book explores the complex realities of racial tension, systemic injustice, and the resilience of communities in Los Angeles. More than a historical account, this story invites us to reflect on how the past continues to shape our present. 📍 Visit the KCCLA Library to discover this month’s selection. #kccla #library #bookofthemonth #paulayoo

[Korea] #korea 🌏 Shape Your Korea. Tell Your Story. Have a passion for Korean culture? Ready to share your voice with a global audience? The 2026 Korea.net Honorary Reporters Program is now open for applications! As an Honorary Reporter, you’ll have the opportunity to: ✨ Create and publish content about Korea ✨ Cover cultural events and collaborate with global creators ✨ Participate in workshops and networking programs ✨ Receive official certificates and recognition from the Korean government 📌 Open to foreign nationals worldwide 📌 Content creators in writing, photography, illustration & more 📌 Multiple languages accepted 🗓 Apply by April 22 (KST) 📢 Results announced April 30 🔗 Apply now: /studio If you love Korea and want to share your unique perspective this is your chance to be heard. #koreahonoraryreporters #kccla #koreanculture #culturalreporter