“Korean Art: Tradition and Transformation 2025” offers an extensive overview of Korea’s visual heritage, focusing on continuity, craftsmanship and the enduring influence of philosophical and cultural values. The exhibition integrates ceramics, metalwork, calligraphy, Buddhist sculpture, Joseon dynasty paintings and decorative arts, demonstrating the sophistication of Korean material culture.

The exhibition highlights how traditional forms, such as white porcelain, ink painting and Buddhist iconography, shaped the foundation for later artistic innovations. These historical works are complemented by contemporary pieces that reinterpret heritage through modern materials, new media and conceptual practices.

The second part of the exhibition focuses on contemporary Korean artists whose work responds to rapid modernization, global communication and shifting cultural identities. Through installation, photography, abstraction and digital practices, the exhibition presents a dialogue between the past and present, foregrounding Korea’s transformation from a historically rooted society to a global cultural force.

LACMA’s curatorial approach emphasizes the continuity between historical and contemporary visual languages. Many contemporary works incorporate themes of memory, displacement, technological expansion and the re-examination of national identity. By presenting these works alongside historical artifacts, the exhibition invites viewers to consider how traditions evolve while remaining deeply connected to cultural origins.

Event Overview

A comprehensive presentation of Korea’s artistic legacy and its evolution into the contemporary era.

LACMA — Korean Art: Tradition and Transformation 2025

Curated by LACMA’s Korean Art Department, the exhibition brings together historic masterworks and contemporary innovations, tracing the development of Korean aesthetics across centuries.

Dates:

1 October 2025 - 1 April 2026

Location:

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA

Mission:

The mission of this exhibition is to deepen public understanding of Korea’s artistic heritage and to highlight the dialogue between tradition and modernity. LACMA aims to provide a platform where historical craftsmanship and contemporary expression inform one another, offering insight into how Korean culture continues to influence global artistic practice.

Organizer:

The exhibition is organized by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Korean Art Department, in collaboration with international cultural partners and institutions specializing in Korean history and contemporary art.

Why attend to LACMA — Korean Art: Tradition and Transformation 2025?

“Korean Art: Tradition and Transformation 2025” provides a rare opportunity to view significant Korean artworks spanning over fifteen centuries. Visitors will experience: • major loans from Korean museums and private collections • rare Buddhist sculptures and Joseon dynasty masterworks • contemporary interpretations of traditional aesthetics • installations addressing modern Korean identity and global culture For scholars, collectors, and general audiences, the exhibition offers an academically rigorous yet accessible perspective on Korean art.

Ticket Information

General admission costs

General Admission: 20–25 USD Youth under 17: free Special exhibition surcharge may apply

With student/senior tickets at

Students/Seniors: 10–16 USD

Online booking recommended

Getting There:

LACMA is located in central Los Angeles and is accessible by car, rideshare and public transportation.
The Metro D Line and various bus routes stop nearby.
Parking is available in the museum’s underground garage and surrounding lots.
The surrounding Miracle Mile district offers additional restaurants, cafés and cultural venues, allowing visitors to combine their trip with other local attractions.

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History of LACMA — Korean Art: Tradition and Transformation 2025

LACMA has been a leading American institution for Korean art since establishing its dedicated department in 2007. The museum holds one of the most significant Korean art collections outside Korea, including ceramics, metalwork, painting and decorative arts. Over the years, LACMA has produced several seminal exhibitions that broaden public understanding of Korean culture.
The 2025 exhibition builds on this legacy, presenting both historical masterpieces and emerging contemporary voices within a unified curatorial framework.

Tips for Visitors of LACMA — Korean Art: Tradition and Transformation 2025

Visitors should allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours to explore the exhibition. Weekdays offer quieter viewing, especially in the morning. Guided audio tours and printed materials may be available depending on the exhibition schedule. Photography is generally permitted except for loaned works with restrictions. Combining the visit with nearby cultural institutions such as the Petersen Automotive Museum or the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures provides a full-day cultural experience.

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