Discover the Forgotten Story

Explore articles, documentaries, interviews, and other educational resources about the history of Korean migration to Mexico and the Korean-Mexican community. These materials were created by other authors and organizations and are shared here to help visitors learn more about this history.

Aenikkaeng: The forgotten story of Mexico’s Korean migrants

Publisher: Mexico News Daily

Author: Rocío Lucero

Published: August 8, 2025

A historical overview of the first Korean immigrants who arrived in Mexico in 1905, examining their journey to the Yucatán Peninsula, their experiences on henequen plantations, and the lasting impact of their descendants on Mexican society.

Korean Mexicans reclaim the story of a migration by their ancestors 120 years ago on Cinco de Mayo 2025

Publisher: Milwaukee Independent

Published: May 4, 2025

Historical article on the 120th anniversary of Korean migration to Mexico, exploring how Korean Mexican descendants are reclaiming the story of their ancestors. Their labor on Yucatán henequen plantations, and the legacy that continues to shape Korean Mexican identity today.

From Korea to the Yucatan: Aenikkaeng’s Memories

Publisher: lensculture

Photography and Interview: Michael V. Kim

A documentary photography project that traces the stories of Korean immigrants who arrived in Mexico in 1905 through the memories and lives of their descendants in Mexico and Cuba. Combining historical context with powerful visual storytelling, the project explores the legacy of the Aenikkaeng workers and the enduring cultural identity of Korean-Mayan communities