Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

A Lecture on Pigafetta’s Role in the History of the Philippines

On 13 April 2021, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines will pay tribute to Antonio Pigafetta, the Italian chronicler in the Magellan-Elcano expedition 500 years ago, by unveiling a…

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In celebration of 500 Years of Christianity: Cebu Archdiocese ties up with Smart, InnoPub for historic exhibit

A chronicle of the richness of the Archdiocese of Cebu’s historical patrimony, the Panaw sa Pagtuo: The Journey of Faith at 500 Years of Christianity Travelling Exhibit is set to…

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Food of the Filipino for the World

Mini-documentary series on Philippine cuisine released in line with 2021 Quincentennial Commemorations The National Quincentennial Committee in collaboration with Mama Sita Foundation and the Philippine Association of Condiments Producers recently…

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Philippines launches Incentive Fund for ASEAN Films at Hong Kong FILMART Online 2021

With a plethora of diverse locations and an abundance of talented film and audiovisual professionals, the Philippines prides itself in being a viable overseas filming location as well as a…

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Exhibit, Cultural Treasure Declaration Slated this Christianity at 500

The National Quincentennial Committee (NQC) joins the Filipino Catholic faithful in the official commencement of the 500 Years of Christianity this Easter Sunday. The NQC, in partnership with The Roman Catholic…

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Ending the Limasawa Controversy

The historical controversy on where the 1521 Easter Sunday Mass (previously called “First Mass”) was held has been affecting generations of Filipinos. NOTE: This is just a digest of the…

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National Quincentennial Committee Unveils Butuan Museum of Philippine Early History

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) released on 30 March 2021 the rendition of the restored Old Butuan City Hall (currently the Butuan Police Office). It is envisioned to…

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Gold of Our Ancestors

On March 29, 500 years ago, Magellan was surprised by the gold in the life of our ancestors. He realized this when he met at Limasawa (in today’s Southern Leyte)…

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National Museum Displays Rare Magellan, Elcano Portraits

On the occasion of the 500th anniversary of the first circumnavigation of the world, the National Museum of the Philippines brings to public view, for the first time in many…

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Pigafetta Monument Readied for the Quincentennial

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines’ (NHCP) Materials Research Conservation Division, together with the Cebu City Cultural and Historical Affairs Office (CHAO), is almost done in sprucing up the 1980…

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FAME+ brands offer pieces perfect for MOM Digital Days

Philippine brands hailing from the home, fashion, and lifestyle (HFL) sector were spotlighted during Maison & Objet and More (MOM) Digital Days. MOM Digital Days is an initiative of Maison…

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National Arts and Crafts Fair goes online to help MSMEs

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has launched the National Arts and Crafts Fair (NACF) Artisanal Shop to help micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and Indigenous People (IPs)…

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CITEM, FAME+ brands to showcase nature-inspired pieces at Philconstruct VX

The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) brings in 10 of the country’s leading manufacturers of world-class décor, furniture, homeware, and lighting in the first-ever digital edition of…

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OPAV to Lead Quincentennial Events in the Visayas

The Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas (OPAV) takes over the functions of the National Quincentennial Committee (NQC) in the Visayas beginning 20 March until 7 April 2021. This is in consideration…

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Sculptors stage the Philippines Pavilion, Expo 2020 Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Sculptors Duddley Diaz and Dan Raralio, and multi-media artists Toym Imao and Riel Jaramillo Hilario are four of the dozen Filipino artists who were commissioned…

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National Historical Commission of the Philippines Completes Magellan Monument Conservation

After almost a month, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines’ Materials Research Conservation Division (NHCP MRCD) has finished conserving the 1866 Magellan Obelisk at the Liberty Shrine, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu…

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101 Years of the Philippine Flag

We are saluting the Philippine Flag as our national flag for 101 years now. On 26 March 1920, the National Assembly (forerunner of Philippine Congress) passed Act No. 2928 which…

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The Rise of Enrique de Malacca

On March 28, 500 years ago, Enrique de Malacca, the Malay servant of Ferdinand Magellan, mattered in world history while at Limasawa Island, in today’s Southern Leyte. For the first,…

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Celebration of Science and Humanity

The quincentennial is not just a historical event to commemorate; it is also a celebration of science and humanity. 500 years ago, our very own ancestors took part in the…

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Cebu Historic Sites Under Conservation

March 26 marked the 11th anniversary of the National Cultural Heritage Act (RA 10066). Currently, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, one of the cultural agencies covered by the law,…

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A Lecture on Pigafetta’s Role in the History of the Philippines

In celebration of 500 Years of Christianity: Cebu Archdiocese ties up with Smart, InnoPub for historic exhibit

Food of the Filipino for the World

Philippines launches Incentive Fund for ASEAN Films at Hong Kong FILMART Online 2021

Exhibit, Cultural Treasure Declaration Slated this Christianity at 500

Ending the Limasawa Controversy

National Quincentennial Committee Unveils Butuan Museum of Philippine Early History

Gold of Our Ancestors

National Museum Displays Rare Magellan, Elcano Portraits

Pigafetta Monument Readied for the Quincentennial

FAME+ brands offer pieces perfect for MOM Digital Days

National Arts and Crafts Fair goes online to help MSMEs

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CITEM, FAME+ brands to showcase nature-inspired pieces at Philconstruct VX

OPAV to Lead Quincentennial Events in the Visayas

Sculptors stage the Philippines Pavilion, Expo 2020 Dubai

National Historical Commission of the Philippines Completes Magellan Monument Conservation

101 Years of the Philippine Flag

The Rise of Enrique de Malacca

Celebration of Science and Humanity

Cebu Historic Sites Under Conservation

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