KACES founded in 2005, is a public agency under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea. It was first established in accordance with the Support for Arts and Culture Education Act. Through systematic and comprehensive support for arts and culture education, KACES aims to create an environment where all Koreans are able to receive arts and culture education in their daily lives. It also endeavors to open up opportunities for creative activities and a vibrant cultural life for the welfare of Korean citizens.