The beauty of Washington, D.C. and Korea's unique presence in the region are captured through key landmarks, set to a modern rendition of Arirang. This iconic and beloved Korean folk song, performed by members of the New York Philharmonic, also bears special significance at this moment: it captures the Korean sentiments of hope and resolve in the face of adversity. Some content provided courtesy of the Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, the Old Korean Legation Museum, and Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Virginia.