MANILA – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) and the National Council on Disability Affairs, in cooperation with the Department of Education, will lead the conduct of a history quiz dubbed as “Paligsahan ng may K sa Kasaysayan at Kultura ng Pilipinas” on 18 July 2016 at the 4th Floor of the NHCP continue reading : Paligasahan ng may K sa Kasaysayan at Kultura ng Pilipinas to be held
A look at presidential cars in Philippine history
Trishia Billones, ABS-CBN News Posted at Jul 12 2016 01:05 PM | Updated as of Jul 13 2016 03:46 AM More than just service vehicles, these cars hold several stories about how Philippines’ top leaders spent their years in power. Here are Philippines’ presidential cars, remnants of the past that tells two stories, as National continue reading : A look at presidential cars in Philippine history
Oracle game invented by Rizal on exhibit at upgraded Dapitan museum
“Occupying a prominent spot are four sets of Haec Est Sibylla Cumana, a ‘spin-the-top-and-learn-your-future’ game created by Rizal while on exile” BUCOLIC Talisay in Dapitan, Zamboanga del Norte, came alive last June 19, the 155th birth anniversary of our National Hero. Julie Lluch’s sculptures—depicting José Rizal as traveler, Rizal and Pio Valenzuela in a huddle, continue reading : Oracle game invented by Rizal on exhibit at upgraded Dapitan museum
The History and Tradition of June 30: the Glitz and Glamour of the Philippine Presidential Inauguration
by Quennie Ann J. Palafox Change comes on June 30 every six years as a new president takes his oath of office to assume the highest government position in the Philippines for six years. The inauguration of a new president is a much awaited event among the Filipinos especially for those who are yearning for continue reading : The History and Tradition of June 30: the Glitz and Glamour of the Philippine Presidential Inauguration
Philippine Spanish Friendship Day to be commemorated
BALER, AURORA – The Inter-Agency Committee for the Philippine – Spanish Friendship Day celebration will lead the commemoration of the 117th Anniversary of the Siege of Baler (14th Philippine – Spanish Friendship Day) on 5 July 2016, 8:00 a.m. at Plaza de Baler, Aurora. Guests of Honor are Commission on Higher Education Chairperson Dr. Patricia continue reading : Philippine Spanish Friendship Day to be commemorated
Museo ni Jose Rizal in Dapitan to open on 19 June
Dapitan, Zamboanga del Norte – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) chaired by Dr. Maria Serena I. Diokno will open the modernized Museo ni Jose Rizal Dapitan with Brother Armin A. Luistro FSC, Secretary of the Department of Education as guest of honor on 19 June 2016 at 4:00 p.m. The Museo ni continue reading : Museo ni Jose Rizal in Dapitan to open on 19 June
Rizal Talk: “The Last Days of Jose Rizal through the Eyes of a Descendant”
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines in cooperation with Kababaihang Rizalista, Calamba will hold a discussion entitled, Rizal Talk: “The Last Days of Jose Rizal through the Eyes of a Descendant” by Mr. Victor Ver Reyes, a descendant of Saturnina Rizal- Hidalgo on 11 June 2016, Saturday at 9:00 am at the Museo ni continue reading : Rizal Talk: “The Last Days of Jose Rizal through the Eyes of a Descendant”
Heritage houses in Taal now have touchscreens, interactive features
PHILIPPINE museums are in the process of getting an upgrade. What used to be mere repositories of old books and antiques now have interactive displays and touchscreens that allow visitors to learn more about the venue. All 21 museums throughout the country are expected to sport the new changes by 2017. In fact, two heritage continue reading : Heritage houses in Taal now have touchscreens, interactive features
NHCP unveils the “Ang Kabataang Pinuno ng Macabebe” historical marker
MACABEBE, PAMPANGA ─ The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) led by Chair Maria Serena I. Diokno, unveils on Friday, 3 June 2016, the historical marker “Ang Kabataang Pinuno ng Macebebe,” in Macabebe, Pampanga. The marker states: ANG KABATAANG PINUNO NG MACABEBE PINAMUNUAN ANG MAHIGIT 2,000 MANDIRIGMANG MORO BUHAT SA MACEBEBE, HAGONOY AT continue reading : NHCP unveils the “Ang Kabataang Pinuno ng Macabebe” historical marker
Former President Fidel V. Ramos as Guest of Honor in the 118th Anniversary of the Battle of Alapan/Pambansang Araw ng Watawat
Alapan, Imus, Cavite – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) in cooperation with the City Government of Imus, will commemorate the celebration of the Pambansang Araw ng Watawat on 28 May 2016, 8:00 a.m., at the Dambana ng Pambansang Watawat/Heritage Park, Miguel Santo, Alapan II-B, City of Imus, Cavite. Commemorative rites will be continue reading : Former President Fidel V. Ramos as Guest of Honor in the 118th Anniversary of the Battle of Alapan/Pambansang Araw ng Watawat
Birth Centenary of Fr. Horacio V. de la Costa, S.J. to be observed
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) in coordination with the Municipal Government of Mauban, Quezon will lead the commemoration of the Birth Centenary of Fr. Horacio V. de la Costa, S.J., on 16 May 2016, at Mauban, Quezon. Wreath-laying rites will be led by the guest of honor, NHCP Commissioner Rene R. continue reading : Birth Centenary of Fr. Horacio V. de la Costa, S.J. to be observed
Malvar: Ikwento sa Sampung Minuto (Short film competition)
The Museo ni Miguel Malvar, Sto. Tomas, Batangas-, National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) will launch a short film competition entitled, Malvar: Ikwento sa Sampung Minuto. The 10-minute short film competition allows participants to creatively interpret the life and role of Malvar during the Philippine Revolution and War Against the United States, using video continue reading : Malvar: Ikwento sa Sampung Minuto (Short film competition)