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

Los Angeles, California

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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

Ministry of Culture and Tourism

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea is a central government agency responsible for the areas of tourism, culture, art, religion, and sports. It has two vice ministers, three assistant ministers, one commission, and over 60 divisions...

, and the Korean Culture & Content Agency.

Facilities

• Museum - The museum
  Museum
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   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
  Library
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   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
  Collection (museum)
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  features historical pieces for display based on reference to Korea.

Korean Language Classes are the biggest attraction for the Korean Cultural Center. Every year, there are over 1200 students coming to KCC to learn the Korean language. There are 6 classes at 2 different levels (Beginner A, B & C; Intermediate A, B & C). The instructors are all professors from the local universities (UCLA, USC, CSUSB, CSULB & CSUN). They teach not only the language but also history, customs, and cultures of Korea.

The classes are held every Tuesday from 7:00PM-9:00PM. The cost of the program is $50.00 registration fee (beginning 2008). The registration fee includes: light refreshment, parking, book, class material & instruction.

Application should be returned before class begins. For more information please call Sungwoo Park (coordinator) at 323-936-7141 (Fax 323-936-5712) or John Song (dean) at 909-821-9104.