The Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (KCCDC) proudly presents Us Within the World: TalkTalk Korea 2024 Award-Winning Works, a new exhibition of 80 selected multimedia entries from the annual global content contest representing creators from nearly 30 countries, on view January 3 – February 21, 2025. The dynamic exhibition kicks off with a public opening celebration featuring two content creators in person at the KCCDC on Friday, January 10 at 6:00 p.m.

The 80 award-winning works—spanning playful reinterpretations of pop culture to intricate descriptions of craft and artistry—navigate contemporary creative ideas under five categories that highlight Korea’s cultural richness and diversity, including Memes and Trends, Arts and Crafts, and Motion Graphics, offering fresh perspectives on what Korea means to people around the world.

Visitors are invited to reflect on how Korea’s cultural narratives resonate and evolve on the international stage, inspiring new conversations about shared creativity and cultural exchange. Each work reflects the story of creator’s unique personal connection to Korea, presenting an array of imaginative expressions.

As a collection, Us Within the World represents a vibrant platform for cross-cultural dialogue where Korea’s unique traditions and modern innovations converge with diverse global interpretations through the lens of international content creators. In bringing together these global voices, Us Within the World celebrates the dynamic interplay between local identity and global perspectives.

TalkTalk Korea is a global content contest launched in 2014 by the Korean Culture and Information Service (KOCIS) under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism that aims to promote the excellence and uniqueness of Korean culture worldwide while enhancing Korea’s national image. To celebrate its 10th anniversary, the contest was held in 2024 under the theme of “Experiencing the Authentic Beauty of Korea.” All award-winning works can also be viewed online at www.talktalkkorea.or.kr.

Us Within the World will remain on view from Friday, January 3, to Friday, February 21, 2025, including a public opening celebration on Friday, January 10 featuring two award-winning creators from the contest in person. For more details visit the KCCDC website at https://washingtondc.korean-culture.org.