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10 History Museums in Philippines That You Shouldn't Miss
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1. Gateway Gallery
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Gateway Gallery is a cultural oasis in the middle of Araneta Center, a history museum for the general public. Opened on November 20, 2014, it is a museum devoted to showing the history of the Filipino through the visual arts. Current exhibit SiningSaysay: Philippine History in Art depicts the history of the Philippines through 30 large history paintings.
2. Bamban Museum of History
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
3. Museo Kordilyera
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By LSSantos - Quezon City, Philippines
I read about its opening in March 2017 but when we first tried to go there in December of the same year, it was regrettably already closed for the year. It has since reopened. Carefully curated and systematically arranged, it was such a pleasure going through its interesting displays, each with concise and easily understandable information. The museum is very conveniently located inside the campus of U. P. Baguio. The entrance fee is pitifully cheap so why not contribute to its upkeep by buying an item or two from its souvenir shop? And, please, don't go there just for selfies. Appreciate the artifacts and the tremendous effort to put them there.
4. Museo ni Jesse Robredo
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
As one of the history museums of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, The Museo ni Jesse Robredo pays tribute to the life of the former mayor of Naga City and Secretary of the Department of Interior and Local Government of the Philippines and his lasting legacy of Good Governance.
5. Museo Filipino Intramuros
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5.0 based on 87 reviews
Museo Filipino is a historical museum gallery in Intramuros, Manila (just behind Manila Cathedral) that gives tourists a birds-eye view (30-minute crash course) on Philippine history. Using illustrations procured from the early 19th century, pictures from the US Library of Congress, and other sources, Museo Filipino narrates Philippine history from the pre-colonial period until the present-day administration. It is a good jump off point in Intramuros because it also highlights the owners' favorite places of interest in Intramuros, such as the Memorare, the gardens, the wall, the monuments of Queen Isabella and King Philip of Spain, etc. Entrance fees (with complimentary freshly-brewed coffee): Students - P80.00 Residents - P100.00 Non-residents - P200.00
Reviewed By Borjavv
I found this museum a very informative visit, spending over one hour there. Well worth a visit if you are staying in Manila.
6. Presidential Museum and Library
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4.5 based on 74 reviews
The Presidential Museum and Library is the primary office within the Office of the President responsible for preserving, managing, and promoting the history and heritage of the Philippine Presidency, and particularly of Malacanan Palace as its official seat. It is the principal historical and artistic repository in support of the institution of the Presidency and for the benefit of the Republic and the Filipino people. It exercises primary curatorial, conservation, preservation, custodial, and advisory responsibilities over structures, and facilitates the conduct of tours of designated areas within the Palace. It was created in 2004 with the implementation of Executive Order No. 366, Issued by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, which merged the Presidential Museum and the Malacanang Library into one office as the Malacanang Museum. The collections of both offices were integrated and housed in Kalayaan Hall, while others were placed in off-site storage facilities.In 2010, Executive Order No. 880 Was issued, placing the Malacanang Museum under the supervision of the National Museum for museological and related policy purposes. Later on, Executive Order No. 4, Promulgated by President Benigno S. Aquino III, placed the Malacanang Museum under the supervision and control of the Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office. The issuance likewise renamed the Malacanang Museum as the Presidential Museum and Library.
7. San Agustin Museum
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4.5 based on 405 reviews
Reviewed By kanemochi - Seattle, United States
The San Agustin Museum is attached to the magnificent and historical San Agustin church. You should visit both the church and the museum on the same visit. The museum is spread over the entire massive grounds over two floors. Many of the pieces tell the story of the evolution Christianity in the Philippines. You could easily spend at least a couple of hours in just the museum itself. I spent a few hours on the entire property including the church. There are two beautiful gardens on the property. Be sure and look for the turtles in the inner garden fountain. Don’t get too close to the fountain because they’ll swim underwater. They appear to be shy and very aware of people.
8. Xavier Museum
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By 747manfredd - Mindanao, Philippines
The museum is located at the Xavier University. You have to leave your ID. The usual entry fee is 70 Pesos. There are only three rooms you can enjoy but everything is done with passion
9. Tribu K Mindanawan
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By lionlamica - Florida, United States
If you are in the area you should stop. They do this fire show that will blow your mind and is worth the trip.If you like exotic stuff they also have food you might like' There are also gift shops right across the street if you want to get something to remember your trip. This place is free with your admission to the croc park, just save your ticket stubs.
10. Bataan World War II Museum
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4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By biggixer - Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Set inside a school and former military barracks this is a must see museum. This historically significant site, which is also the location of the 'Surrender Site', is a must see for Filipino, American and other nationalities who have any interest in the horrors of WW2 and the history of the Philippines during Japanese occupation. This small museum documents the events of the surrender and the subsequent Bataan Death March. A sobering piece of history. Currently its P50 admission for adults.
