The Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. invites you to My Korea Story 2: Share Your Memory, an evening celebrating the diverse ways people connect with Korea through their own experiences.

Six local storytellers will share their personal stories and reflections on Korea, from discovering Korean culture through K-pop to exploring traditional practices, navigating questions of identity, and building meaningful friendships. Through their stories, audiences will discover different perspectives on what Korea can mean to people from diverse backgrounds.

Following the storytelling session, audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions, share their thoughts, and engage with the presenters during an open Q&A session.

Whether you have your own connection to Korea or are simply curious about Korean culture and the experiences of others, join us for an evening of storytelling, cultural exchange, and conversation!

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026

Time: 6:00–8:00 PM

Location: 1st Floor Briefing Room, Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.

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Meet Our Guest Presenters

1. Anne-Marcelle Kouame — Finding Community Through Korean Culture

Her interest in K-pop and Korean dramas opened the door to a deeper exploration of cultural connection, the Black diaspora, and a sense of belonging across communities and generations.

2. Bridgette Cooper — Curiosity Without Borders

What began with a BTS documentary grew into a journey of learning Hangeul, exploring Korean history, and discovering connections within her local community. Her story celebrates how curiosity can lead to friendship and cultural understanding.

3. Génesis Martínez — Discovering Korea Through Travel

From exploring Seoul’s cultural landmarks to joining a dance workshop and visiting Busan, she shares how experiencing Korean culture and everyday life helped make her journey memorable.

4. Ines — A Wedding, New Friendships, and Two Unforgettable Weeks

Traveling to Korea with her mother for her best friend’s wedding, Ines discovered Korean wedding traditions, historic landmarks, local tea culture, and the warmth of the people she met along the way.

5. Joseph Holzman — Identity, Belonging, and Returning to Korea

Returning to Korea as a Korean adoptee prompted Joseph to reflect on his connection to his birth country and what it means to be Korean. His story explores identity and belonging as an ongoing personal journey.

6. Kimberly Do — Discovering Korean Buddhist Traditions

A visit to Bongeunsa Temple during its lotus festival introduced Kimberly to the spiritual and communal aspects of Korean Buddhism, including temple culture, tea, and the practice of sharing with others.