About us
Arts Council Korea (ARKO) is a public institution operating under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. Since its inception in 1973, the core objective of ARKO has been to manage the Cultural and Arts Promotion Fund and support a diverse array of cultural and arts projects, thereby fostering the holistic development of culture and arts in South Korea. As Korea’s largest and oldest arts administration institution, ARKO's mission is to foster innovation in the cultural and creative industries by supporting artists and promoting diverse cultural projects.
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