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Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles

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Key people
  
Jongyul Kim (Director)

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Founded
  
April 1980

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Website
  
http://KCCLA.org

Type of business
  
Govt. Funded


Industry
  
Educational, Not for Profit

Headquarters
  
Los Angeles, California, United States

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The Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) is operated by the South Korean government’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism. KCCLA’s mission is to broaden Korea-U.S. relations through cultural and educational activities. KCCLA is located in Los Angeles, California

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Welcome to korean cultural center los angeles kccla


History

1980: Korean Cultural Center of Los Angeles was founded on April 11, 1980.

2001: Reopening of remodeled KCCLA Library on My 24, 2001

2006: Collaborated organization with the Korean Government’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the Korean Culture & Content Agency.

Facilities

  • Museum – The museum on the first floor features various historical and contemporary artifacts from Korea, ranging from Korea’s dynastic to modern periods. Items include embroidery, crafts, pottery, musical instruments, and replicas of historic pieces.
  • Art Gallery – The second floor features a gallery with several exhibits each year of local and internationally renowned artists in both traditional and contemporary art.
  • Library – The library features more than 17,000 books, videotapes, DVDs, and CDs. Both in English and Korean.
  • Auditorium – The Ari Hall is a venue for movies, lectures and presentations.
  • Film Archives and Screening Room – Korean films, television shows and animation are available for viewing.
  • The Exhibitions features historical pieces for display based on reference to Korea.

    • References

    Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles Wikipedia
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