Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles
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| Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) | |
|---|---|
| Type | Govt. Funded |
| Founded | April 1980 |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
| Key people | Jongyul Kim (Director) |
| Industry | Educational, Not for Profit |
| Products | N/A |
| Revenue | N/A |
| Website | http://KCCLA.org |
The Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) is operated by the South Korean government’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism.[1] KCCLA’s mission is to broaden Korea-U.S. relations through cultural and educational activities. KCCLA is located in Los Angeles, California[2]
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[edit] 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.
[edit] Programs
- The Museum features various artifacts from Korea, ranging from Korea’s dynastic to modern periods.[3]
- The library features more than 17,000 books, videotapes, DVDs, and CDs. Both in English and Korean.[4]
- The Exhibitions features historical pieces for display based on reference to Korea.[5]
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.
