Minhwa in a New Medium: From BTS to K-Pop Demon Hunters

Event Date: May 16, 2026 (1PM)

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The Korean Cultural Center of Chicago (KCCoC) is pleased to announce a special lecture titled “Minhwa in a New Medium: From BTS to K-Pop Demon Hunters.”

This captivating session will delve into the symbolic world of Minhwa (Korean folk paintings) from the Joseon Dynasty, exploring its profound meanings and its vibrant resurgence in modern global culture. From BTS music videos to K-Pop Demon Hunters and K-culture, discover how these traditional motifs continue to shape the aesthetic of today's Hallyu wave.⁠
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Event Details⁠
- Lecture Title: Minhwa(Korean folk painting) in a New Medium: From BTS to K-Pop Demon Hunters⁠
- Speaker: Hyonjeong Kim Han (Head of Asian Art & Joseph deHeer Curator of Asian Art, Denver Art Museum)⁠
- Language: Korean (English simultaneous interpretation provided)⁠
- Registration: https://forms.gle/GtfuUDXAFQZYV6sH6⁠
⁠- Admission: Complimentary (supported by a fund established in memory of the late Dr. Soo-sang Kang)⁠
⁠- Contact: Korean Cultural Center of Chicago | T. 847-947-4460 | event@kccoc.org ⁠

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