Kalutong Filipino, Lakas ng Kabataang Makabago

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Kalutong Filipino, Lakas ng Kabataang Makabago Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 469, which established April as Filipino Food Month (FFM) or Buwan ng Kalutong Pilipino, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Tourism, and the Philippine Culinary Heritage Movement, is leading the month-long celebration … Read more

The Working Women of the 19th Century Manila

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The Working Women of the 19th Century Manila Mujer del Campo or Mujer Indigena “Magtanim ay ‘di biro.” As the famous folk song goes, the farmer’s work is never easy, especially during the 19th century when mechanized milling and farming were not yet widespread in the country. During that time, one could still see farmers … Read more

Dr. Alyssa M. Peleo-Alampay

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Dr. Alyssa M. Peleo-Alampay is a geologist, paleontologist, professor, author, research collaborator of the National Museum of the Philippines, and a proud mother of three. She is also the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs (Quality Assurance) of the University of the Philippines system. For over two decades, she has mentored and supervised many of … Read more

Oton Gold Death Mask

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Discovery of the Oton Gold Death Mask The Oton Gold Death Mask was discovered in situ on June 5, 1967, at Grave #6 in Mediavilla Property in San Antonio, Oton, Iloilo. The property was among the four areas systematically excavated by National Museum anthropologists, headed by Dr. Alfredo Esguerra Evangelista and Dr. Felipe Landa Jocano, … Read more

Bulang

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Cockfighting, known as “Bulang” in Hiligaynon, has been a long-standing tradition among Filipinos, with roots dating back to pre-colonial times. While originally involving a simpler form of combat without blades, the Spanish occupation introduced the use of blades and permanent arenas, a practice that persists today. The Ilonggos, in particular, are renowned for their patronage … Read more