Sejong Culture Academy 2026: Hanji (Traditional Korean Paper) Lantern Making Workshop

Discover the beauty of Hanji and create your own traditional Korean lantern at Sejong Culture Academy 2026.

Hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Republic of Korea and organized by the King Sejong Institute Foundation, this special cultural program will be held at KAC Irvine King Sejong Institute.

Led by Ko Joook (고주옥), a Korean traditional culture expert visiting from Korea, participants will create their own lantern using Hanji, Korea’s traditional handmade paper, while learning about Korean traditional arts and crafts.

This workshop is completely free, and all materials are provided.

• Dates & Times

  • Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 3:00–6:00 PM
  • Friday, November 6, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
  • Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 3:00–6:00 PM

• Location

  • Korean American Center
  • 1200 Main Street, Suite B, Irvine, CA 92614

Registration Information

• Limited to 25 participants per session
• Registration is first-come, first-served
• Open to participants ages 12 and up
• Participants must be able to complete the craft independently
• Hot glue and other hot or sharp tools/materials may be used during the workshop
• Every attendee must register individually
• The same workshop will be offered on all three days, so please register for one session only

Because space is limited, please register only if you are able to attend. If your plans change, we kindly ask that you let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your spot to another participant.