2026 World Cup Watch Party

2026 World Cup Watch Party

2026 월드컵 한국경기 응원전, 오! 필승 코리아 “골이 터지는 순간, 승리의 함성이 울려 퍼지는 순간, 그 감동을 함께하세요!” 시카고한인문화원 비스코홀에서 대한민국 태극전사들의 뜨거운 도전을 함께 응원하세요! 대형 스크린으로 즐기는 월드컵, 함께 외치는 대한민국! 붉은 악마 티셔츠, 태극기, 응원도구 대환영! 대한민국의 승리를 향한 함성을 문화원에서 함께 만들어 갑시다!   GAME 1: 대한민국 vs 체코 Thu. June 11, 9 PM GAME 2: 대한민국 vs 멕시코 Thu. June 18, 8 PM GAME 3: 대한민국 vs 남아프리카 공화국 Wed. June 24, 8 PM 비스코홀은 경기시간 기준 30분전에 개방됩니다. 주류 및 음식 반입은 금지됩니다. 기금 도네이션 10불을 받습니다. (간식 제공) 시카고한인문화원 비스코홀 BISCO Hall 9600...

4th KCCoC Student Art Contest Award Ceremony & Exhibition

4th KCCoC Student Art Contest Award Ceremony & Exhibition

제4회 문화원 학생 사생대회 수상작 전시회 May 2 Korean Cultural Center of Chicago (KCCoC) held the 4th Student Art Contest with approximately 50 students participating. “Spirit of Korea” by Dianne Park, a student at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, received the Grand Prize. The KCCoC will host an exhibition in its gallery from June 6 to June 17, with an awards ceremony taking place at 2:00 p.m. on June 6.   This contest was hosted by the KCCoC, with support from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Chicago, and sponsorship from Chcago Korean Dance(www.chicagokoreandance.org), Epic Academics Buffalo...

The 4th Student Art Contest Award Winners

제4회 문화원 학생 사생대회 성료 및 수상자 발표 May 2 시카고한인문화원 (이하 문화원) 제4회 학생 사생대회가 50여명의 학생이 참여한 가운데, 성료되었다. 박다인 (스티븐슨 고등학교) 학생의 “Spirit of Korea”가 대상의 영예를 안았다. 문화원은 오는 6월 6일부터 17일까지 갤러리에서 전시회를 열고, 6월 6일 오후 2시에는 시상식을 갖는다. 대상과 각 부문 1등에게는 총영사상이 주어진다.   본 대회는 문화원이 주최하고, 주시카고 한국총영사관 지원, 시카고코리안댄스(www.chicagokoreandance.org), Epic Academics Buffalo Grove(https://lp.epicacademics.com), 푸르내 Creative Studio(https://www.instagram.com/prunaecreativestudio)가 후원하였다.   Korean Cultural Center of Chicago (KCCoC) held the 4th Student Art Contest with approximately 50 students participating. “Spirit of Korea” by Dianne Park, a student at Adlai E. Stevenson High School,...

BISCO Performing Arts Series Selected Production “Bluebird Project”

BISCO Performing Arts Series Selected Production “Bluebird Project”

비스코 퍼포밍 아트 시리즈 선정작 “블루버드 프로젝트”   The classical ensemble Bluebird Project has been selected as a winner of the 2025 BISCO Performing Series, organized by the Korean Cultural Center of Chicago. Bluebird Project is a chamber ensemble distinguished by its unique instrumentation of violin, cello, piano, percussion, and baritone. The group brings together accomplished musicians who have been active as soloists, orchestral players, and chamber artists in their respective fields, presenting a wide-ranging repertoire that bridges tradition and modernity, as well as Eastern and Western musical traditions. The first half of the program will feature a violin and...

Minhwa: Paintings of Hope and Wishes

Minhwa: Paintings of Hope and Wishes

Members of the Chicago Minhwa Studio will present an exhibition titled “Minhwa: Paintings of Hope and Wishes” at the Korean Cultural Center of Chicago Gallery from May 11 to June 3. This exhibition showcases traditional Korean folk paintings (minhwa), which reflect the hopes and values of everyday life—such as good fortune, harmony, and health. Rooted in the wisdom of past generations, minhwa is characterized by its warm spirit, vibrant imagination, and free-spirited, creative aesthetics. Through these works, we invite visitors to experience a sense of comfort and inspiration, while sharing in the timeless wishes for happiness and well-being expressed through Korean art....

“Minhwa (Korean folk paintings) in a New Medium: From BTS to K-Pop Demon Hunters”

“Minhwa (Korean folk paintings) in a New Medium: From BTS to K-Pop Demon Hunters”

‘민화 民畫, 경계를 넘다: BTS에서 케데헌까지’ 특별 강연 The Korean Cultural Center of Chicago (KCCoC) will host “Minhwa in a New Medium: From BTS to K-Pop Demon Hunters.” This captivating session will delve into the symbolic world of Minhwa (Korean folk paintings) from the Joseon Dynasty, exploring its profound meanings and its vibrant resurgence in modern global culture. From BTS music videos to K-Pop Demon Hunters and K-culture, discover how these traditional motifs continue to shape the aesthetic of today’s Hallyu wave.   This lecture explores the historical significance of Korean folk painting (Minhwa) and how it is being reinterpreted in contemporary popular culture, including...

The 4th KCCoC Student Art Contest

The 4th KCCoC Student Art Contest

The Korean Cultural Center of Chicago (KCCoC) is excited to announce the return of its 4th Student Art Contest, themed “Sketch Korea in Chicago”! Join us on Saturday, May 2, from 10 AM to 5 PM at the KCCoC campus for a full day of creativity, culture, and fun. Returning for the first time in five years since 2021, this special event celebrates Korean Children’s Day by inviting students to enjoy a picnic-like atmosphere while expressing their creativity and artistic talents inspired by Korean culture. Open to all K–12 students across the Midwest, this competition offers a meaningful opportunity for...

KCCoC Library Korean Book Storytime “Bongsunga Tong Tong Tong”

KCCoC Library Korean Book Storytime “Bongsunga Tong Tong Tong”

문화원 도서관 한국동화책 스토리타임 “봉숭아 통통통”  Special Program In the afternoon on the day of the Korean Cultural Center of Chicago (KCCoC)’s 4th Student Art Contest, the KCCoC Library will host a storytime session, “Bongsunga Tong Tong Tong.”   This program will be led by Ms. Eunby Han, who is currently conducting Korean storytime sessions at the Schaumburg Library and local churches.    Free Admission  Limited seating – advance registration is required Registration: https://forms.gle/a824rfDdH8L8dgUL8   Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 2:00 PM Location: Korean Cultural Center of Chicago | 9925 Capitol Dr., Wheeling, IL Inquiry: event@kccoc.org

‘Intrinsic School’ Field Trip

‘Intrinsic School’ Field Trip

문화원 필드트립, 인트린직 고등학교  Mar. 18 Students from Intrinsic High School, along with their teachers, visited the KCCoC. They toured the museum’s Maps of Joseon Korea exhibition and the contemporary Korean ceramics exhibition, and explored the gallery and library. At BISCO Hall, they experienced traditional crafts, including making a gat (traditional Korean hat), practicing calligraphy to write their names in Hangul, and trying on hanbok. 인트린직 고등학교 학생들과 지도교사들이 문화원을 견학하였다. 박물관의 ‘조선의 지도’ 전시, 현대 도자기 전시를 관람하고, 갤러리와 도서관을 견학하였다. 비스코 홀에서 갓 만들기 공예와 붓글씨로 한글 이름쓰기, 한복을 체험하였다.