<Imagine Tondo!> October 4 – November 4, 2024 <2024 Arts and Culture Education ODA in the Philippines>, hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Republic of Korea and organized by the Korea Arts & Culture Education Service (KACES), was conducted in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP). It provided training and workshop programs for teachers, artists, and students in Tondo, Manila.  This year, the program was conducted in Tondo public schools and care centers and reached a total of 252 participants. The workshops blended science, technology, and arts, based on concepts from modern physics (such as quantum physics, space-time, and the properties of light), and focused on creating upcycled artworks that reflect local environmental issues. This exhibition showcases the outcomes of the collaboration between the rich cultural and artistic resources of the Philippines and arts and culture education of Korea. Visitors will experience the passion for arts and culture education demonstrated by Filipino teachers and artists, along with the creativity of students who have rediscovered themselves and their communities, creating new meanings beyond their everyday routines. Participating institutions: Raja Soliman Science and Technology High School, Lakan Dula High School, Gen. Gregorio Del Pilar Elementary School, AHA! Learning Center, Eksena PH, Titik Poetry, Ang Pinoy Storytellers <Address> Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines, 59 Bayani Road, Taguig City, Metro Manila <Contact Information> info@koreanculture.ph +63-2-8555-1709/1711 <Visiting Hours> Monday-Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed on Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays *The exhibition is free of charge.

<Hangeul Design Project-Reinterpreting Hangeul in the Modern Era> Touring Exhibition by the National Hangeul Museum September 6, 2024 (Friday) – February 28, 2025 (Friday) Hangeul Design Project-Reinterpreting Hangeul in the Modern Era touring exhibition will be held in the Philippines.  It is organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), the National Hangeul Museum, and the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines. The exhibition's theme is "The Experimentation and Modern Reinterpretation of Hangeul in the Modern Era."  It will showcase Hangeul materials reflecting its transformation and experimental efforts from the opening of ports in 1876 until Korea's liberation in 1945.  Visitors will encounter a range of works that reinterpret the "Hangeul Experiments" and "Spirit of the Times" from the modern era through a contemporary lens. Exhibition Sections A. The Origins of Hangeul - Videos and replicas of artifacts showcasing the creation and operational principles of Hunminjeongeum · Books containing everything about the creation of Hangeul: "Hunminjeongeum Haerye" and "Eonhae Edition" · Video: "Exploring the 33 Chapters of Hunminjeongeum" B. Modern Hangeul Research Institute · <한HAN글文> by Lee Hwayoung, which symbolically expresses the value and role of modern Hangeul through the background and visual elements of Ahakpyeon (1908) · Familiar and New, Connected by Lee Cheongcheong, a fashion reinterpretation of Haneomunjeon (1881), viewed through the lens of a fusion of Korean traditional and Western cultures    · Untitled by Park Chunmoo, inspired by the title of the Malmoi manuscript (1910s), merging the structure and features of Hangeul characters with fashion patterns · The Form of Words by Han Donghun, reviving the aesthetic value of both horizontal and syllabic writing of Hangeul in a modern context · Lacquerware (Hangeul Series) by Yoo Namkwon, expressing the Hangeul shapes of Hunminjeongeum Haerye and Hangeul title fonts from modern publications in lacquerware · Journey of the Swallow by Tori’s (a Korean Traditional Music A Cappella Group), a lively rhythmic performance inspired by the Pansori printed with modern Hangeul moveable type In addition to the exhibition on the 5th floor, a Special Exhibition of Hangeul Cultural Products will be held simultaneously in the 1st-floor permanent exhibition hall,  featuring a variety of products themed around Hangeul.  A calligraphic workshop related to the exhibition will also be held once a month at KCC. <Address> Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines, 59 Bayani Road, Taguig City, Metro Manila <Contact Information> info@koreanculture.ph +63-2-8555-1709/1711 <Visiting Hours> Monday-Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed on Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays *The exhibition is free of charge.

<K-Comics World Tour in the Philippines> June 20, 2024 - August 10, 2024 The first exhibition of the 'Korean Webtoon World Tour,' hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) and the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), will be held in the Philippines. This exhibition will explore how Korean webtoons, which lead the entertainment industry, have been formed and expanded, featuring works such as 'The Red Sleeve' and 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim.' 〈The Red Sleeve〉 The Red Sleeve, aired as a Korean drama in 2021 starring Lee Junho and Lee Seyoung, received much acclaim for its depiction of traditional Korean beauty. Based on the historical story of King Jeongjo, the 22nd king of the Joseon dynasty, and his concubine, Ui-bin Seong Deok-im, this work reaffirms the popularity of Korean webtoons. 〈What's Wrong with Secretary Kim〉 Aired as a Korean drama in 2018 starring Park Seo-joon and Park Min-young, 'What's Wrong with Secretary Kim' is based on a webtoon by Kim Myung-mi and Jeong Gyeong-yun. Introduced to various audiences not only through TV but also through multiple platforms, this work gained international attention, including in the Philippines, where it was adapted into a drama. It stands as a successful example of the OSMU (One Source Multi-Use) strategy. *OSMU(One Source Multi-Use) : A marketing strategy that aims to apply a single source material across different genres to maximize its impact. The exhibition will include scenes from the webtoons and immersive spaces where visitors can experience locations from the webtoons. Additionally, there will be opportunities to try on character costumes, participate in coloring book activities, and enjoy various experiences as webtoon protagonists. <Address> Metropolitan Museum of Art at BGC  30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines <Contact Information> info@koreanculture.ph +63-2-8555-1709/1711 <Visiting Hours> Tuesday-Friday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed on Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays *The exhibition is free of charge. 

<Endless Landscape: Digitally Reimagined Korean Art> January 19, 2024 - June 29, 2024 In celebration of 75 years of friendship between Korea and the Philippines, we are proud to present Endless Landscape: Digitally Reimagined Korean Art.  This exhibition is an exclusive opportunity to experience four immersive video works, produced by the National Museum of Korea, right here in the Philippines.  It offers a novel approach to engage with traditional Korean paintings, typically inaccessible without a visit to Korea, bringing these cultural heritages closer to an international audience.  An expansive panorama unfolds inside the gallery, enveloping visitors in a rich tapestry of Korea's unique landscapes, ambience and history.  We anticipate that this exhibition, bringing Korea and the Philippines through a unique intersection between past and present, will enable a closer and more profound engagement with Korean art and culture.  <Address> Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines, 59 Bayani Road, Taguig City, Metro Manila <Inquiries> info@koreanculture.ph +63-2-8555-1709/1711 <Opening Hours> Monday-Saturday 9:00 - 16:00 *Free exhibition without any admission fee. 

<Modern Literature Pop-up Exhibition, "K-Lit: Turning Pages of Korea"> October 13 – November 18, 2023 Korean modern literature is becoming a part of the Korean Wave or Hallyu. International award giving bodies started recognizing the excellence of Korean literature starting in 2016 when Han Kang's <Vegetarian> won the International Booker Prize and became a worldwide bestseller. After that, nominations came in for other literary pieces such as Han Kang's <The White Book> in 2018, Hwang Sok-yong's <At Dusk> in 2019, Chung Bora's <Cursed Bunny> and Park Sangyoung's <Love in the Big City> in 2022, and Cheon Myeongkwan's <Whale> in 2023. In addition to that, various genres of Korean Modern Literature, including novels, cartoons, and essays, has been nominated and has been recognized by international award giving bodies. Korean Modern Literature’s remarkable growth over the past decade comes from the exquisite harmony of its universal sensibility and cultural characteristics. Translations are also playing a major role in the growth of Korean Literature. Magnificent literary works are translated and published in different languages, which open doors of opportunities for readers worldwide to enjoy these literary pieces. As we celebrate Hangeul Day every 9th of October, the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines presents its first ever Modern Literature Pop-up Exhibition, "K-Lit: Turning Pages of Korea", which aims to lay the foundation into introducing Korean literature in the Philippines - starting with some of the well-received books globally this year. As this exhibit shows a glimpse of the rich Korean Modern Literature, we hope that it will encourage more Filipino readers to dive into this side of Korean culture. <Address> Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines, 59 Bayani Road, Taguig City, Metro Manila <Inquiries> info@koreanculture.ph +63-2-8555-1709/1711 <Operating Hours> Mon-Fri 9:00 – 16:00 Sat 10:00 – 16:00 *Only up to 40 people can be accommodated inside the exhibition hall. **No admission fee.