BISCO Hall Grand Opening Celebration

BISCO Hall Grand Opening Celebration

Sep.14, 2024 The Korean Cultural Center of Chicago (KCCoC) BISCO Hall held a successful grand opening ceremony on September 14th with 350 people in attendance. Leaders of various organizations attended the event. The Korean American Association President, the Consul General, Congressman, President of Wheeling, and various dignitaries were among many in attendance, and plaques of appreciation were presented to Min Sook and Byoung In Suh, Chairman of the BISCO Foundation, and Yoon Tae Kim, President of the KCCoC. After the celebratory performances of Korean traditional dance, choir and classical music, the ceremony concluded with a closing remarks by Kay Kihwa Rho,...

Busan Jung and Hyeob Mun Ceremony

Busan Jung and Hyeob Mun Ceremony

Sep. 6 부산정과 협문 준공식 문화원 부산정 난간과 협문 설치 프로젝트가 부산시 관계자들이 참석한 가운데 준공식을 가졌다. The Korean Cultural Center of Chicago’s Busan Jung and Hyeob Mun project held its completion ceremony with the Busan city officials in attendance.

Navigating Duality: Symbolism and Identity in Korean American Art

Navigating Duality: Symbolism and Identity in Korean American Art

Sep. 4-18 KCCoC Gallery presented the invitational exhibition ‘Navigating Duality: Symbolism and Identity in Korean American Art”. This exhibition featured the work of Korean American artists in Chicago who explore the complexities of dual cultural identities. Through symbolic representations-ranging from traditional Korean motifs to contemporary reinterpretations and American cultural icons-these artists conveyed personal narratives of heritage, identity, alienation, and belonging.   문화원 초대전으로 열린 이번 전시는 시카고 지역에서 활동하는 한국계 미국인 예술가들의 작품전으로 이중 문화 정체성을 탐구한 작품들로 구성되었다.  

Mozart in the Morning, Aug. Concert

Mozart in the Morning, Aug. Concert

해금과 가야금의 만남 문화회관 목요음악회 시리즈 ‘모짜르트 인더 모닝’ 8월 콘서트는 ‘해금과 가야금의 만남’으로 해금 이승희, 가야금 김현채, 타악 김덕환 연주가들의 멋진 무대가 펼쳐졌다. 한국의 대표적인 현악기인 해금과 가야금을 연주로 전통음악에서 현대음악까지 다양한 음악을 들을 수 있었다. 두 개의 명주 사이에 나무활을 끼고 연주하는 해금은 사람의 목소리를 닮아 떄론, 삶과 슬픔을 전달한다고 하며, 손가락으로 튕기는 12줄의 가야금은 맑고 깨끗한 소리로 마음을 달래준다. 관객들은 과거 양반에서 평민에 이르기까지 누구나 즐겨듣던 ‘아리랑’의 독특한 스타일을 경험했다. The Korean Cultural Center of Chicago’s Thursday concert series ‘Mozart in the Morning’ presented a performance of Korea’s top two stringed instruments, haegeum and gayageum, of music...

Symbolism in Korean Art and Culture

Symbolism in Korean Art and Culture

시카고한인문화원 박물관 특별전   KCCoC Museum Special Exhibition   This exhibition explores the rich tapestry of symbols embedded in Korean art and culture. Deeply rooted in the country’s history, philosophy, and religious beliefs, the depiction of plants, animals, and geometric patterns hold symbolic meaning that express the collective aspirations for happiness, prosperity, and well-being in Korean Society. These symbols continue to resonate in contemporary Korean art and design, highlighting a vital aspect of the nation’s cultural identity. The exhibition draws from the collections of the Korean Cultural Center of Chicago and the Field Museum, as well as private collectors. Several...

Navigating Duality: Symbolism and Identity in Korean American Art

Navigating Duality: Symbolism and Identity in Korean American Art

시카고한인문화회관 갤러리 초대전 KCCoC Gallery Invitational Exhibition This exhibition features the work of Korean American artists in Chicago who explore the complexities of dual cultural identities. Through symbolic representations-ranging from traditional Korean motifs to contemporary reinterpretations and American cultural icons-these artists convey personal narratives of heritage, identity, alienation, and belonging. Across diverse media, the artworks invite viewers to reflect on how symbols serve as conduits for navigating the challenges and nuances of living between two cultures.   문화원 초대전으로 열리는 이번 전시는 시카고 지역에서 활동하는 한국계 미국인 예술가들의 작품전으로 이중 문화 정체성을 탐구한 작품들로 구성되었습니다. 전통 한국 모티프, 현대적 재해석,...

Chicago Korean American Immigration Timeline

Chicago Korean American Immigration Timeline

시카고 한인이민사 타임라인 An exhibition of the Chicago Korean American Immigration Timeline with milestone dates and events is currently on display at the Cultural Center Museum. In 2020, Chicago journalist, Kwang Dong Jo compiled 20 timeline boards per era to help viewers see monumental events in Chicago, as well as the United States. 시카고 한인이민사를 대표적인 연대와 사건으로 정리한 타임라인이 문화회관 박물관에 전시되었다. 2020년에 시카고 언론인 조광동씨가 정리한 20개의 시대별 보드에 동시대 미국 전체와 시카고의 기념비적인 사건을 추가하여 보는 이들에게 이해를 돕도록 하였다.

Mozart in the Morning, August Concert

Mozart in the Morning, August Concert

문화회관 목요음악회 시리즈 ‘모짜르트 인더 모닝’ 8월 콘서트는 ‘해금과 가야금의 만남’ 입니다. 여러분의 많은 참석을 바랍니다. Thursday Concert Series, ‘Mozart in the Morning’ resumes in August. We look forward to meeting you all. Thursday, August 15, 11 am KCCoC Gallery / 9925 Capitol Dr. Registration: www.bit.ly/MozartintheMorningAug2024 Ticket: $10 Inquiry: event@kccoc.org