Our Mission
Camp Moo Gung Hwa is a summer day camp designed to enhance adopted Korean American children’s knowledge of Korean culture and to promote their self-esteem.
Camp Moo Gung Hwa is a summer day camp designed to enhance adopted Korean American children’s knowledge of Korean culture and to promote their self-esteem.
In August 1993, Raleigh/Durham area families with children adopted from South Korea were invited to a luncheon at Duraleigh Presbyterian Church. Mike Smith, an adult Korean Adoptee, and other members of the church were instrumental in beginning a luncheon tradition.
The luncheon was very well received by both the members of the church and the adoptive families. The luncheon tradition continued in 1994.
In 1995, Camp Hodori, a three day camp for children four and over, was held and ended with the family luncheon. This became the foundation for the Triangle’s own Korean Culture Camp.
In 1996, the camp was incorporated and changed its name to Camp Moo Gung Hwa. Moo Gung Hwa is the Korean national flower and symbolizes everlasting renewal. Its nearest American equivalent is the Rose of Sharon. The camp has been held every year from 1997 to present.
Camp Moo Gung Hwa is managed by a volunteer based Planning Committee that meets regularly throughout the year. A lot goes into planning camp each year and it would not happen without them! If you would like to volunteer for the Planning Committee, please email volunteers@koreanculturecamp.net.
The cost of camp is $250 per person. Be sure to sign up before May 20th to get $25 off your registration. The final registration deadline is June 20th!
