- Hosting of special exhibition, “Unwritten History, Names to Be Remembered” -

- 65 artifacts, including photographs, diaries, labor contracts, and more from Hawaii’s first-generation Korean immigrants on display from April to August -

Incheon Metropolitan City (Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok) announced that the city government is hosting a special exhibition titled “Unwritten History, Names to Be Remembered,” shedding light on the lives and legacies of the first generation of Korean immigrants from Incheon who settled in Hawaii, in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation.

Held from April 30 to August 31 at the Former Jemulpo Club, the exhibition vividly portrays the spirit and experiences of Korean immigrants in the early 1900s who left their homeland to live in unfamiliar, often isolating conditions abroad, through a vast collection of records and personal belongings that they left behind.

A total of 65 artifacts are on display, including photographs, diaries, labor contracts, and everyday items that capture the daily life and struggles of the Korean immigrant community in Hawaii. These items represent a rich cultural heritage of the first-generation immigrants and serve as invaluable materials for reflecting on their hardships and historical significance.

Notably, tombstone rubbings and photographs of immigrants from Incheon, taken directly from the Korean cemetery in Hawaii, offer a poignant record of those who passed away anonymously overseas—reviving long-forgotten names and stories.

Alongside this special exhibition, a companion exhibit titled “Diaspora’s Gaze, Connected Through Art” features eight artists affiliated with the Korean Artists Association of Hawaii and the Washington Art Association. This exhibit explores the migratory history and identity of the Korean diaspora through various artistic expressions, providing a deeply moving experience for visitors.

Yoon Do-young, Director of Incheon’s Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, stated, “The history of Korean immigration to Hawaii transcends mere migration—it is a hidden root of the independence movement and the foundation of the diaspora community. We hope this exhibition revives the memory and names of unrecorded immigrants, reaffirms the significance of liberation, and encourages citizens to collectively reflect on this overlooked chapter of history.”

The exhibition is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the Former Jemulpo Club website at https://jemulpoclub.org/dl/home or contact +82-32-765-0261.