Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger today recognized Korean American Day at the start of the Board of Supervisors’ Public Hearing meeting, honoring Korean Americans across Los Angeles County and presenting commemorative scrolls to local Korean American community organizations.
“Korean Americans are an extraordinary force for good in Los Angeles County—strengthening our communities as entrepreneurs, innovators, artists, service members, and civic leaders,” said Supervisor Kathryn Barger. “As we mark 123 years since the first Korean immigrants came to America, today’s recognition is a tribute to those who paved the way and a celebration of the leaders who continue to uplift future generations.”
During the ceremony, Supervisor Barger was joined by community leaders and special guests, including Deputy Consul General Seoung-ho Cho of the Consulate of the Republic of Korea in Los Angeles, T.C. Kim, President of the Korean American Foundation of Glendale, and Steve Park, President of the Korean American Federation of North Los Angeles.
The event also featured a traditional Samulnori percussion performance by the Korean American Federation of North Los Angeles.
Korean American Day commemorates the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States on January 13, 1903. Today, more than 2 million Korean Americans call the United States home.