Miho Chung Hanji Exhibition

Thu, Jul 25, 2019 6:30 PM 18:30 Wed, Jul 31, 2019 5:00 PM 17:00
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Miho Chung's Hanji Painting exhibition will be held at the Mokah. The exhibition is from 7/25 to 7/31, and there will be an opening reception with an artist Chung on 7/25 at 6:30pm.

Korean-American artist Miho Chung is dedicated to carrying on the 2,000-year old tradition through her artwork. She has been working as the third generation of Hanji artist representing nature as a modern art.

According to an ancient adage in Korea, paper can last 1,000 years. While this proverb may seem peculiar to us today, its origins are linked to Hanji, a strikingly strong and sturdy type of paper. It requires a lifelong practice to create perfect Hanji, and this is the reason why Hanji holds a great cultural value in Korea.

Two-dimensional Hanji art uses paper of various colors to create an image in a similar format as a painting. However, the paper itself is folded and crumpled to make the image stick up from the paper it is adhered to.

Opening reception: July 25, 2019 @ 6:30pm

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Museum of Korean American Heritage Kick-Off

Jun

6:30 PM18:30

Museum of Korean American Heritage Kick-Off

Friday, June 14, 2019
6:30 PM 9:00 PM 18:30 21:00
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On June 14th, MOKAH held a grand Kick-Off party and the inauguration of the first president Minsun Kim. There were over 150 guests from various fields along with MOKAH leaders, politicians and members of the media. The Kick-Off party commenced with a congratulatory performance by the world-famous violinist Alexander Markov. (Grand Prix Winner of Paganini International Competition).

President Minsun Kim said “The museum showcases not only how we have contributed to American society, but also our strength and our efforts. Furthermore, we want our future generations to establish their identity and find their roots through the museum.”

Congresswomen Grace Meng proclaimed June 14th as the Museum of Korean American Heritage Day, while the Executive Director of the Korean Cultural Center NY Yun Jeung Jo delivered the replica of the Korean flag xylograph which was used 100 years ago during the 3.1 movement. Ambassador Hyo-Sung Park, Consul General of New York said “I would like everyone re-examine the footsteps of Korean Americans through the museum. The museum will become a space that connects the past, present and future of Korean Americans”

MOKAH is about 1800sq feet and showcases 115 years of Korean American immigration history. Cheers to MOKAH!