In the old days, Koreans were known for revering the color white. They enjoyed wearing white clothes that they thought symbolize peace. But when it came to paintings and crafts, they were all for variety. Cho Sun-hwa, a student of traditional art, is mesmerized by the use of bright, bold colors and patterns found on traditional artifacts. She sees unique beauty in Dancheong -- the traditional Ko...

The town became even more international with the inflow of foreign laborers; the South Korean government introduced a system to adopt technical trainees in 1994 from 14 countries, including the Philippines, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Indonesia. Itaewon was a convenient place for many of those workers to settle, a book on Itaewon by the Seoul Museum of History explains. According to data from the I...

The Cultural Heritage Administration has applied for the enlistment of talchum to the list of UNESCO intangible cultural heritage on March 2020. According to the UNESCO's report, the nomination file highlighted that inscription of the element will raise awareness of intangible cultural heritage in general at the local, national and international levels. South Korea currently has 21 entries on U...

Religious groups also offered messages of comfort and called out authorities in statements. The United Christian Churches of Korea, one of the biggest associations of Protestant churches, said in a statement that "we express our deepest condolences to the victims and their families in an unexpected accident in Itaewon on Saturday night. We pray for those injured will recover as soon as possible....

The Oegyujanggak Uigwe illustrates in exquisite detail from figures of professionals who assisted in the proceedings of rituals to flower arrangements used to decorate court banquets. The illustrations of the Banchado, royal procession, and Doseol, the illustrations detailing the items used for the ceremony, all painted in natural colors, are well preserved. The exhibition consists of three par...

TV personality and restaurateur Hong Seok-cheon also uploaded a photo and wrote, “Please pray for Itaewon. Rest in peace,” on his Instagram. Hong ran multiple restaurants in Itaewon district for 18 years. His last restaurant “My Chelsea” closed in August 2020 due to financial struggles caused by the pandemic. Trot singer Jang Yoon-jeong also sent condolences to the victims and canceled her conce...

Concerts, theme park events, regional festivals called off for national mourning period

When a Jeungdoga book printed with movable metal type surfaced in Andong, North Gyeongsang Province, in 1988, it did not generate as much interest or national attention as Jikji, the 1377 book printed with movable metal type that is now located in France. In June 2001 the late Park Dong-seup of Andong, looked up the Ven. Won-jin in Yangsan, South Gyeongsang Province, to trade his Jeungdoga book ...

Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Seattle is hosting “Runway to Partnership,” a series of hanbok fashion shows along with cultural performances this week to celebrate the 140th anniversary of Korea-US diplomatic relations. On Oct. 29, a Hanbok fashion show will take place at University of Washington, featuring Kumdanje and OUWR. About 40 Hanboks designed Kumdaje’s CEO and designer Le...

The exhibition "Midnightluv," held under the theme of love, showcases paintings by artists Yun Song-a, Koh Yeo-myoung, Ha Jung-woo and Lee Tae-sung. The pieces at the exhibition are being sold as a physical artwork or as a non-fungible token. Part of the sales profits are allocated to support burgeoning artists, including young talents. The exhibition, which opened Tuesday, runs through Nov. 18.

Visitors can see the real scenario- and storyboards that were used in shooting the 2020 thriller film “#Alive,” a story about two survivors (played by Yoo Ah-in and Park Shin-hye) trapped in an apartment complex during a zombie apocalypse. The zombie exhibition also features video interviews with the staff of “Train to Busan,” including director Yeon Sang-ho, movement director and choreographer ...

Black Adam (US) Opened Oct. 19 Action Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra Khandaq, a country that used to be prosperous, is now run by Intergang, which has oppressed its people for 27 years. Meanwhile, Adrianna (Sarah Shahi) accidentally frees Black Adam (Dwayne Johnson), who was bestowed with the almighty powers of the ancient gods -- and imprisoned just as quickly -- 5,000 years ago, from his e...

As part of an effort to create synergy with Gwanghwamun Square, located right next to the Sejong Center, an open space will be created linking the grand theater and the classical music concert hall, where various activities including standing performances and seminars can take place. A media facade will be set up to livestream concerts held at the classical music concert hall for visitors to Gwa...