Past Events

Startups in Focus:
AI Powering the Way We Live

The Korea Society is honored to announce the return of the 2026 Startup Scene annual forum, “Startups in Focus: AI Powering the Way We Live.”

Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of Kim Koo’s Birth: Exhibition Opening & Presentation

Program Brief Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of Kim Koo’s Birth UNESCO officially commemorated 2026 as the 150th anniversary of the birth of Kim Koo, honoring

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Economic Outlook
Through a Glass, Darkly

The New York Korean Financial Forum was held on May 28, 2026 at The Korea Society, in partnership with Korea Investment Corporation (KIC) and the

Closing the Korea Discount:

The Korea Society and the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) are pleased to present a timely discussion on South Korea’s capital market reforms. South Korea

Okdongsik

With a philosophy rooted in simplicity, precision, and balance, Chef Dongsik Ok has reframed traditional Korean comfort food through a minimalist and modern lens. His

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New Thinking on Korea’s
Aging, Shrinking Society

Program Brief New Thinking on Korea’s Aging, Shrinking Society In a discussion on South Korea’s low birth rate and aging society, Professor Youngtae Cho, Director

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2026 Emerging Design Competition Final Pitch

  The Korea Society invites you to the final pitching competition of Startup Scene: Emerging Design Competition — the most aspiring moment of Startup Scene:

Critical Comparison: Sanctions on North Korea vs. Iran

Program Brief Critical Comparisons: Sanctions on North Korea vs. Iran In a discussion on the implementation and efficacy of international sanctions, Dr. Jonathan Brewer, Visiting

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2026 Armistice Day Commemorative Reception

Program Brief 2026 Armistice Day Reception In a reception commemorating the 73rd anniversary of the Korean War Armistice Agreement and celebrating the U.S.-ROK alliance, The

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Leesle: Korean Chic

Leesle Hwang has built a distinctive fashion universe by reinterpreting Korean heritage through a modern lens. Her philosophy is rooted in the belief that “fashion

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