FY 2026
GAD People
People
| DESIGNATION | NAME | POSITION / OFFICE |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson | Jeremy Barns | Director-General |
| Executive Committee Heads | Arvin Manuel R. Villalon | Acting Deputy Director-General for Museums |
| Atty. Ma. Rosenne M. Flores-Avila | Deputy Director-General for Administration |
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TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP
DESIGNATION NAME POSITION / OFFICE Head Marrianne F. Ubalde, PhD. OIC – Director II, National Museum of Anthropology Assistant Head Marianathe Kay F. Misa OIC – Director II, Mindanao National Museums Members All Central Complex Director IIs/OICs
All Regional Cluster Director IIs/OICs
Head of Financial Services Division
Head of Budget Section
Head of Planning and Management Information System Section
Head of Central Museum Visitor Operations Division
Head of Public Programs and Services Division
Head of Security Management Section
Head of Facilities Division
Head of Human Resource Management Division -
SECRETARIAT
DESIGNATION NAME POSITION / OFFICE Head Cheryl L. Gutierrez Administrative Officer V, HRMD Assistant Head Anie Rose R. Mabag Administrative Officer V, PPSD Member Engr. Vernabella Joson Administrative Officer V, ODG Andrea Mae De Leon Internal Auditor II, ODG-IAS John Raymund A. Solomon Computer Programmer II, ODG-ICTS Marichu A. Sison Administrative Officer V, FSD Ar. Benjamin Concepcion E. Empleo Architect IV, FMD Phoebe G. Roque ECET II, PPSD John Brian E. De Asis Museum Researcher II, AABHD Abby Joy Malay Administrative Officer I, GASD Joan Mae Lim Information Officer II, NMNH -
GAD REGIONAL FOCALS
DESIGNATION NAME POSITION / OFFICE Member Northern Luzon National Museums Timoteo Peruna Museum Guide, Ilocos Sherwin Taguba Administrative Officer IV, Cagayan Leticia L. Lagayan Information Officer III Joey Russel Gecha Administrative Officer V, Batanes Clarifel D. Abellera Administrative Officer V, Kabayan Central Southern Luzon and MiMaRoPa Museums Rochelle M. Buen Supervising Administrative Officer, Bicol Marjonier M. Malabanan Administrative Officer V, Marinduque Maribel G. Campilan Administrative Officer V, Palawan Clara Paddanan Museum Guide, Angono, Rizal Visayas National Museums Ma. Cecilia B. Cabañes Information Officer III, Cebu Maricyn De Los Santos Supervising Administrative Officer, Antique/Iloilo Shimei R. Estimada Administrative Officer V, Dumaguete Rachelle C. Lacea Administrative Officer V, Bohol Mindanao National Museums Eunice M. Plaza Supervising Administrative Officer, Butuan Eden L. Fulton Information Officer III, Zamboanga Alnisa AMilhamja-Dahum Administrative Officer V, Sulu Ma. Corina T. Lopez Information Officer III, Davao
NMP RECEIVES DONATION FROM LG PHILIPPINES ANEW
On 08 October 2025, the National Museum of the Philippines received yet another generous donation from longtime partner LG P—21 units of 𝐋𝐆 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬.
In a simple turnover ceremony, LGEPH Managing Director Nakhyun Seong and Product Director for EcoSolutions Changsoo Jang delivered the units to NMP Chairman Andoni Aboitiz and Director-General Jeremy Barns.
The donated LG PuriCare Dehumidifiers will be placed in select galleries of the National Museum of Fine Arts, where they will help maintain optimal climate conditions—ensuring the long-term protection of the nation’s priceless cultural treasures.
Moreover, this donation is an affirmation of LG Philippines’ enduring and shared commitment to preserving Philippine heritage.
We at the NMP once again extend our deepest gratitude to LG Philippines for yet another important donation for the benefit of the Filipino people.
#NationalMuseumPH #LGPhilippines #LifesGood
NMP RECEIVES ECC FOR COMPLEX DEVELOPMENT
Last 16 July 2025, the National Museum of the Philippines received the Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) for the ongoing development of the NMP Complex in Manila.
The ECC was turned over by EMB-NCR In-Charge, Office of the Regional Director, Engr. Divina C. Camarao to NMP Director-General Jeremy Barns.
Arch. Marvin Belgica, Officer-in-Charge of the NMP’s Facilities Management Division, said that this certification honors the institution’s commitment to being stewards of our natural heritage. “We hope that this certification not only validates the care and diligence that we have put into this project, but also becomes an example that our future projects should follow,” he added.
Meanwhile, in a brief statement, Engr. Camarao mentioned that this certification “serves as a reminder of our responsibility to remain vigilant, transparent, and fully committed to protecting the environment.”
Meanwhile, DG Barns mentioned that he looks forward to further guidance from the EMB with future NMP projects moving forward. “I am sure this won’t be the last time that we will cross paths. We have so many more projects planned, and hopefully, the EMB will be there with us along the way,” he remarked.
This ECC certification is part of the NMP’s shift towards adopting sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices in developing its future museum infrastructure and facilities.
#NationalMuseumPH #DENR #EMB #ECC #NMPComplex
NMP WELCOMES THE HOMECOMING EXHIBITION OF ‘SA KABILA NG TABING LAMANG SA PANAHONG ITO’ / WAITING JUST BEHIND THE CURTAIN OF THIS AGE
Last 14 July 2025, the National Museum of the Philippines opened the homecoming exhibition ‘𝐒𝐚 𝐤𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐚 𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐨’/𝐖𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐞.
Curated by Carlos Quijon Jr. and featuring the art of Mark Salvatus, the exhibition gained international acclaim as the Philippine Pavilion’s featured exhibition at the 60th Venice Biennale, which was held in Italy last year. This is the first time for an exhibition from the Venice Biennale to have its homecoming at the National Museum.
“The unwavering dedication of everyone involved in this project reflects the strong support and shared commitment to promoting Filipino art and culture, especially on a stage as big and as global as La Biennale,” Director-General Jeremy Barns said.
Chairman Manalo also added that “our participation in the Venice Biennale is a declaration that the Philippines and its artists and cultural workers continue to join global conversations while staying rooted in its own histories and identities.”
The exhibition launch also featured a band of musicians from the artist’s hometown, which performed an original hymn composed by the artist’s grandfather in 1978, which has never been recorded or performed publicly.
The homecoming exhibition was made possible through partnerships with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, the Department of Foreign Affairs, and the Office of Senator Loren Legarda. It is available for viewing at the 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 and runs from 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐭𝐨 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.
Come visit the exhibition and share your thoughts about it with us! We are open every day from 9 AM – 6 PM. Admission is free!
#NationalMuseumPH
NMP UNVEILS HISTORICAL MARKER
Last 18 May 2025, International Museum Day, the NMP unveiled a new historical marker at the renovated Sentinel of Freedom Monument in Liwasang Rizal. This event also marked the reopening of our Main Gate along Maria Orosa Street—welcoming the public back for the first time since 2021.
Along with NMP Board of Trustees Chairman Andoni Aboitiz and Director-General Jeremy Barns, gracing our simple unveiling rite were National Historical Commission of the Philippines Chairman Regalado Trota Jose, Jr. and Executive Director Carminda R. Arevalo, National Commission for Culture and the Arts Chairman Victorino Mapa Manalo, National Parks Development Committee Deputy Executive Director Jezreel Gaius Apelar, and former Senator and Philippine Red Cross Chairman Richard Gordon.
The new marker recognizes the founding date of the National Museum, tracing its roots to the 1887 royal decree that established the Museo-Biblioteca de Filipinas. Visitors are invited to celebrate our shared heritage by exploring the monument and enjoying today’s museum activities.
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