On June 3, alongside professional Korean artists, volunteers collaborated with the children to bring pre-designed murals to life at Yongsan Park. This special event not only marked the 103rd ROK Children’s Day, but also reinforced the enduring bond between our two communities through shared creativity and service. (Pfc. Seong Ho Park, USFK Public Affairs)
YONGSAN PARK, SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — In a vibrant display of ROK-U.S. friendship and community spirit, U.S. military personnel, United States Forces Korea staff, and children from the Yongsan district joined forces to create a colorful mural at the former U.S. military base in Yongsan.
Originally planned for May 6 to mark the 103rd ROK Children’s Day but delayed due to rain, the event took place on June 3 at Yongsan Park, the former officer housing area in USAG-Yongsan.
Ten active-duty service members, two USFK staff members, and 15 local children teamed up with 10 professional Korean mural artists and event staff to paint a series of pre-designed murals. The collaborative effort turned a once-plain wall into a lively tapestry of color and meaning.
Organized as part of a community outreach initiative, the mural painting not only celebrated Children’s Day but also symbolized the enduring partnership between Korea and the United States through shared creativity and service.
