About the Arts Council Korea (ARKO)

Arts Council Korea (ARKO) is a national organisation for the arts and culture established in 1973. ARKO shifted into a consensus decision-making structure consisting of Board members in 2005. ARKO aims to stand as a strong groundwork to support diverse disciplines. ARKO’s main scope of activities comprises of contributing to various funding opportunities for artists and arts institutions; advocating for the arts in society; and fostering arts professionals. ARKO strives to ensure everyone’s access to arts and culture through cultural vouchers and community projects. ARKO continues to expand partnerships worldwide with individuals, private and public sectors. ARKO currently runs outstanding arts platforms in Korea and abroad such as ARKO•Daehakro Arts Theater, ARKO Art Center, ARKO Arts Archive, ARKO HRD Center, and the Korean Pavilion at the Venice Biennale.