THE KOREA SOCIETY

Professor BG Muhn, an art professor and the director of undergraduate studies of Art at Georgetown University and author of Pyongyang Art: Uncovering the Complex Layers of Chosonhwa, shares his experience and knowledge in the relatively new field of North Korean art gained from his frequent research trips to North Korea. He was also appointed to curate a North Korean art exhibition at the 2018 Gwangju Biennale in South...

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The 1988 Seoul Olympics represents South Korea’s first foray as international host and hub. Senior Director and Columbia Adjunct Professor Stephen Noerper leads a special lunchtime discussion marking the thirtieth anniversary of the closing ceremony of the ‘88 Summer Games, which proved vital for Korea’s global “coming out,” Seoul’s development, and democracy’s hold. This program features a special call in from...

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Styling and beauty are quintessential elements of the Kpop lifestyle. Devon Abelman, Digital Beauty Reporter at Allure Magazine, uncovers Kpop hair, skincare, and beauty trends.   + - Admission Click to collapse   The Korea Society Fellow, Patron and Corporate members: FREE with registration Tickets Members &...

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Asia business and policy veterans Philip Sherman and David Anderson convene an Old Asia Hands luncheon to discuss negotiations around the Korean Peninsula. This group of seasoned professionals weighs the prospects for success in current ROK-DPRK and US-DPRK negotiations, with remarks by Senior Director Stephen Noerper. By Invitation Korea at a Crossroads: Inter-Korean Relations and Next Steps in US-DPRK Dialogue...

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