The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) is an annex of the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Los Angeles ^[1] and is operated by the South Korean government's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.^[2] KCCLA's mission is to broaden Korea-U.S. relations through cultural and educational activities.

History

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

1992: The area around was burned in the Rodney King riots, while the center was protected by armed guards.

2001: Reopening of remodeled KCCLA Library on May 24, 2001.

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

Facilities

• Folk Museum – The museum features a permanent exhibition titled, "Emerging Country in East Asia - Elegant Life of the Noble Class during the Joseon Period." Visitors get a glimpse into the lives of Korean Confucian aristocracy through the traditional sarangbang (husband's quarter) and anbang (wife's quarter) rooms. A variety of traditional crafts, embroidery and relics are also on display.^[3]
• 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.^[4]
• Auditorium – The Ari Hall is a venue for movies, lectures and presentations.
• The Exhibitions features historical pieces for display based on reference to Korea.^[5]