The National Historical Commission of the Philippines, City Government of Malolos, and Provincial Government of Bulacan will spearhead the wreath-laying rites for the commemoration of the 123rd anniversary of the Opening of the “Malolos Congress” at the Barasoain Church Historical Landmark, Malolos, Bulacan on 15 September 2021 at 8:00 a.m. Bulacan Governor Daniel R. Fernando continue reading : 123rd Anniversary of the Opening of the Malolos Congress
168th Birth Anniversary of Ferdinand Blumentritt
Rizal Park, Manila – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), in coordination with the Embassy of the Czech Republic, and the National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) will conduct a simple program commemorating the 168th birth anniversary of Ferdinand Blumentritt on 10 September 2021, 10:00 a.m., at Noli Me Tangere Garden, Rizal Park, Manila. continue reading : 168th Birth Anniversary of Ferdinand Blumentritt
171st Birth Anniversary of Marcelo H. Del Pilar
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines, Municipal Government of Bulakan, and Provincial Government of Bulacan spearheaded the wreath-laying rites for the commemoration of the 171st birth anniversary of Marcelo H. Del Pilar at the Marcelo H. Del Pilar Shrine, San Nicolas, Bulakan, Bulacan on 30 August, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. Bulacan Governor Daniel R. continue reading : 171st Birth Anniversary of Marcelo H. Del Pilar
125th Anniversary of the Battle of San Juan Del Monte
San Juan – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), in coordination with the City of San Juan, conducted a simple program commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Battle of San Juan Del Monte on 30 August 2021, 8:00 a.m., at Pinaglabanan Shrine, San Juan City. The program was composed of flag raising and continue reading : 125th Anniversary of the Battle of San Juan Del Monte
Observance of National Heroes Day
Executive Secretary Salvador C. Medialdea will lead the flag raising and wreath-laying ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Libingan ng mga Bayani, Taguig City on 30 August 2021, 8:00 a.m. in observance of National Heroes Day with the theme, ““Kabayanihan ng Bawat Pilipino, Susi sa Tagumpay at Pagkamakatao” (Heroism of Each Filipino, Key continue reading : Observance of National Heroes Day
NHCP unveils Mariano Gomes historical marker
NHCP unveils Mariano Gomes historical marker BACOOR CITY, CAVITE ─ The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) led by its Chairman Rene . Escalante, will unveil the historical marker Mariano Gomes on Monday, 2 August 2021, 2:00 p.m. at the St. Michael the Archangel Parish Patio, Barangay Tabing Dagat (Poblacion) Bacoor City, Cavite . continue reading : NHCP unveils Mariano Gomes historical marker
Commemoration of 157th Birth Anniversary of Apolinario Mabini
PRESS RELEASE: The National Historical Commission of the Philippines in cooperation with the City Government of Manila, Polytechnic University of the Philippines and City Government of Tanauan, Batangas will spearhead the simultaneous wreath-laying rites in commemoration of the 157th birth anniversary of Apolinario Mabini at the Museo ni Apolinario Mabini, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, continue reading : Commemoration of 157th Birth Anniversary of Apolinario Mabini
Celebration of the 75th anniversaries of the Inauguration of the Third Philippine Republic and Philippine-United States Diplomatic Relations
Rizal Park, Manila – The National Historical Commission of the Philippine (NHCP), in coordination with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Embassy of the United States to the Philippines, and other government agencies, will lead the commemoration of the 75th anniversaries of the Inauguration of the Third Philippine Republic and Philippine-United States Diplomatic Relations on continue reading : Celebration of the 75th anniversaries of the Inauguration of the Third Philippine Republic and Philippine-United States Diplomatic Relations
1971 Constitutional Convention Marker Unveiled on its 50th Anniversary
On 1 June 2021, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines unveiled a historical marker to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1971 Constitutional Convention at its first meeting place at the Manila Hotel, Ermita, Manila. The marker was turned-over by NHCP Chairman Dr. Rene R. Escalante to Manila Hotel President Atty. Jose D. Lina continue reading : 1971 Constitutional Convention Marker Unveiled on its 50th Anniversary
1985: A Year of Three Shades of Blue
by Eufemio O. Agbayani III Historic Sites Development Officer II For one year, 25 February 1985 to 25 February 1986, Philippine national flags had three shades of blue. Ever since the Philippine flag was allowed to fly again in 1919 and standardized through an Executive Order in 1936, it had sported a shade of blue continue reading : 1985: A Year of Three Shades of Blue
National Flag Days
Last 28 May 2021, The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), in cooperation of Pronove Tai Tai, and other government and local agencies, commemorated the 123rd anniversary of National Flag Days. In line with the event, national government agencies and private institutions joined the simultaenous flag raising. The video above is a collection of continue reading : National Flag Days
Felipe Agoncillo remembered on his 162nd birth anniversary
On 26 May 2021, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) through the Museo nina Marcela Mariño at Felipe Agoncillo offered a wreath to the monument of Felipe Agoncillo monument in celebration of his 162nd birth anniversary. Best known as the first Filipino diplomat, Agoncillo endeavored for the recognition of Philippine independence especially during continue reading : Felipe Agoncillo remembered on his 162nd birth anniversary