MANILA BULLETIN LAUNCHES EARTH+LENS PHOTO EXHIBITION AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

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Last 20 August, the Manila Bulletin launched the 6th edition of the EARTH+LENS Photo Exhibit with the theme of “Motions in Nature,” at the Hyundai Philippines Entrance Hall of the National Museum of Natural History.

The theme aims to raise environmental awareness by highlighting the beauty and environmental issues of our country, and demonstrating the power of Huawei’s latest smartphone cameras, who is also an event partner of the Manila Bulletin. The program began with a welcome address from the Publisher of Manila Bulletin Herminio Coloma Jr., and a message from Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, who advocates for environmental awareness. Through the collaboration of various government agencies, the Head of the Public Affairs and Information Office of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts Rene Napeñas, and the Deputy Director of the National Museum Jorell Legaspi, both emphasized art and Filipino consciousness. According to DDGM Legaspi, “these images evoke emotions and thoughts. The National Museum believes that art has a unique ability to bridge the gap between awareness and action, aiming to create a platform where photographs can inspire and educate.”

The partner photographers Silver Belen, Jan Mayo, Noel Pabalate, and Keith Bacongco, traveled across the Philippines to capture the wonders of nature and the environment featured in the exhibition, using the official smartphone photography partner—the Huawei Pura70 series.

For more information, read the Manila Bulletin article HERE: https://bit.ly/MBEarthLens2024

The exhibition is open to the public until 1 September 2024. It is open Tuesdays to Sundays, from 9 AM to 6 PM. Admission is FREE!

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NMP RECEIVES DONATION OF FERNANDO AMORSOLO’S “DOUBLE PORTRAIT OF NIEVES BALMORI GONZALES DE MORAN AND HER DAUGHTER NIEVES MORAN GARCIA”

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The National Museum of the Philippines proudly announces the ceremonial turnover of a significant addition to its National Fine Arts Collection: National Artist Fernando Amorsolo’s 1959 oil painting, “Double Portrait of Nieves Balmori Gonzales de Moran and Her Daughter Nieves Moran Garcia.” This generous donation was made by Rafael Garcia Moran-Montenegro, Jean Paul Garcia-Moran, and Rosalie Montenegro-Roth in honor of Bianca Montenegro-Roth. The turnover ceremony will take place on August 5, 2024, 5:00 PM at the Spoliarium Hall of the National Museum of Fine Arts. 

Nieves Balmori Gonzalez de Moran was a notable figure, crowned carnival queen of Lingayen in 1919 and Bautista in 1920, both in Pangasinan where she is from. She was married to Manuel V. Moran, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the first Ambassador to Spain and the Vatican City. A photograph of Nieves as a carnival queen from 1919 hangs in The Presidencia, a museum located in the historic town hall of Rosales, Pangasinan. Her photo postcards were highly popular, reportedly outselling those of previous Manila Carnival Queens. She is the grandmother of 1973 Miss Universe, Margie Moran, while her daughter in the portrait, Nieves Moran Garcia, is Margie’s aunt and the wife of the former  Minister of the Philippine Embassy.

On behalf of the Filipino people, we extend our deepest gratitude to Rosalie Montenegro-Roth for honoring her daughter Bianca’s wish to entrust this treasured painting to our institution. This significant artwork will not only enrich our collection but also serve as a testament to the enduring legacy of Fernando Amorsolo and the distinguished Moran family.

NMP, OCEANA LAUNCHES NEW COASTAL GREENBELTS EXHIBITION AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

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Last 16 July, Oceana launched its special photo exhibition “Our Coastal Greenbelts, Our National Treasure” at the National Museum of Natural History.

This captivating photo exhibition highlights the country’s coastal greenbelts and mangrove areas, showcasing their pivotal role as our frontline defense against the profound impacts of climate change. 

Mangroves are a group of trees or shrubs commonly found in areas where land meets the sea between high and low tides. The Philippines is one of the world’s most diverse mangrove areas, hosting at least 50% of the world’s approximately 65 mangrove species.

These coastal forests act as nurseries for important animal species and provide livelihoods for coastal communities. Moreover, these greenbelts absorb the impacts of climate change such as strong winds and waves. Unfortunately, the Philippines ranks the second fastest in mangrove loss in Southeast Asia, primarily due to land reclamation, illegal fishpond conversion, illegal cutting, and marine pollution.

The program began with welcoming remarks from Oceana Vice President Atty. Gloria Estenzo Ramos, and a keynote message from Chair of the Senate Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Senator Cynthia Villar, highlighting the need to protect our coastal greenbelts and engage in conservation efforts.

In addition, representatives from various government agencies, as well as NMP Trustee and Chief Mangrove Scientific Advisor of the Zoological Society of London Dr. Jurgenne Primavera, gave messages of support towards creating and preserving coastal greenbelts. Likewise, officials from partner institutions also shared their messages of support for the cause.

Through this initiative, let us work together in rebuilding our precious mangrove forests!

This exhibition is available for viewing until 2 August 2024 at the Hyundai Hall of the National Museum of Natural History. It is open Tuesdays to Sundays, 9 AM to 6 PM. Admission is FREE, and no reservations are required. See you there!

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NMP DISPLAYS PROGRESS FLAG FOR PRIDE MONTH

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With beaming pride, the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) raises the Progress Flag in the NMP Complex in Manila for Pride Month!

Designed in 2018 by non-binary American artist and designer Daniel Quasar, the Progress Flag includes a base of the six-colored Rainbow Flag, the hallmark symbol of (LGBTQIA+) pride.

In addition, it also features five arrow-shaped lines to put a greater emphasis on the inclusion of marginalized people of color, trans people, people living with HIV, and those who have been lost, recognizing the diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community and calling for a more inclusive society.

The display of these flags is a gesture of the NMP’s strong commitment to promoting gender equality and allyship with our LGBTQI+ brothers and sisters—not just in the Philippines—but also around the world!

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NMP CELEBRATES PRIDE MONTH THROUGH “COLORFUL FRIDAYS” INITIATIVE

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Last June 28, after a successful observation of Pride Month, the National Museum of the Philippines’ Central and Regional Office employees expressed a simple yet symbolic act of allyship through fashion via the “Colorful Fridays” initiative!

Museum employees and visitors alike have been wearing vibrant colors during all Fridays of June to show solidarity with the LGBTQI+ communities.

In addition to Colorful Fridays, many other Pride-related activities and programs were carried out by the NMP to promote its mission of inclusivity and accessibility.

Beyond Pride Month, the NMP will continue to become a safe and open space for anyone and everyone! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

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NMP ILLUMINATED WITH PRIDE COLORS FOR PRIDE MONTH

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In celebration of Pride Month, the facade of the National Museum of Fine Arts was illuminated in the vibrant colors of the Pride Flag, signifying our commitment to making our spaces safe for a diverse spectrum of identities, not only during Pride Month but throughout the rest of the year too!

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