Korea National University of Heritage to Host “K-Heritage Day” on May 15 at the K-Heritage International Center, Newly Relocated to the Former Executive Residence of the Chosun Savings Bank-
Korea National University of Heritage (President: Kang Kyung-hwan), under the Korea Heritage Service, will host the “2025 K-Heritage Day” on May 15 at 1:30 p.m. The event, which will welcome ambassadors to Korea, will be held at the newly opened K-Heritage International Center (Jung-gu, Seoul), located in the former executive residence of the Chosun Savings Bank within the Seonwonjeon area of Deoksugung Palace.
“K-Heritage Day” is a special lecture series designed to introduce the beauty and value of Korea’s national heritage to the international community in Korea. Following last year’s discussion on the “Aesthetics of Korean Traditional Architecture,” this year’s program will spotlight intangible heritage with the theme, “Gold Leaf (geumbak): Splendid and dignified clothing culture in Korea.”
Ambassadors, their spouses, and other key diplomatic officials from 8 countries—Australia, Colombia, Japan, Kenya, Laos, Oman, Thailand, and Zambia—will participate in this year’s event. Professor Sim Yeon-ok of Korea National University of Heritage, who has been actively promoting the elegance of hanbok and Korean traditional attire both in Korea and abroad, will deliver a theoretical lecture on hanbok. Attendees will then take part in a short hands-on session, applying gold leaf to a traditional wrapping cloth (bojagi) to create a commemorative souvenir.
Since 2023, Korea National University of Heritage has hosted the annual “K-Heritage Academy” for international audiences. Following this first session, “K-Heritage Day,” the university will offer a three-week seasonal program for international students, “K-Heritage Summer School” (June 24–July 15), followed by the “K-Heritage Leadership Program” for global cultural leaders in the second half of the year.
This year’s “K-Heritage Day” also marks the first official event at the K-Heritage International Center since its relocation from the UNESCO Hall in Myeong-dong to the former executive residence of the Chosun Savings Bank in the Deoksugung Palace area. On May 12, the Center held its official opening ceremony in the new space, signifying a new beginning. Going forward, the K-Heritage International Center will continue serving as a hub for education and research, fostering the global promotion of Korea’s heritage and enhancing its international stature.
Korea National University of Heritage will spare no effort to ensure the continued success of the “K-Heritage Academy” this year, enabling people worldwide to appreciate the outstanding value of Korea’s heritage.