Last 21 November, the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) formally opened the “Selections from the CCP 21st Century Art Museum (21AM) Collection” special exhibition at Galleries XXVII & XXVIII of the National Museum of Fine Arts.

Featuring artworks from the visual arts collection of the CCP, this exhibition is divided into two sections; the first of which, titled “The Possibilities of Luminance,” anchors on the concept of brightness or luminance as an artistic expression. Meanwhile, the second section, named “Man and Nature,” contemplates the visual expressions surrounding life and nature, explored through the works of select National Artists.

“This is a collaborative effort between the NMP and the CCP, and embodies the shared commitment of two cultural powerhouses dedicated to preserving and promoting our rich artistic heritage,” Director-General Jeremy Barns remarked, recognizing the longstanding relations between both cultural institutions.

CCP President Ad Interim Michelle Nikki Junia thanked NMP for their partnership and expressed her excitement over the launch of this special exhibition. “This is an exhibit that everyone shouldn’t miss, among every other exhibitions on display at the National Museum,” President Junia said.

Ms. Angela Ojeda Luz, on behalf of the estate of NA for Visual Arts Arturo Luz, also gave a brief message, talking about her father’s art and its inclusion in the special exhibition. “Yesterday was my father’s supposed 97th birthday, so this exhibit could not have come at a better time. It’s almost like another celebration of his life, and I am honored whenever my father is recognized for his work and his invaluable contribution to Philippine art,” Ms. Luz stated.

The brief program also saw intermission numbers from the PPO’s Woodwind Quintet, followed by the formal opening, and a curatorial walkthrough of the exhibition.

This special exhibition is now open for viewing at the National Museum of Fine Arts! It is open Tuesdays to Sundays, from 9 AM to 6 PM. Admission is FREE!

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On 6 November 2023, the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP), in partnership with CEED – Center for Energy, Ecology and Development and Protect the Verde Island Passage, launched the special photo exhibition “Our VIP: Protecting a Paradise in Peril” to raise awareness about the threats faced by the Verde Island Passage (VIP).

The Verde Island Passage, which separates the islands of Luzon and Mindoro, is often described as one of the most biodiverse aquatic biomes in the world, earning it the nickname “the Amazon of the Oceans”. However, its abundant waters, which provide sustenance to over 2 million people, are being threatened by anthropogenic factors such as maritime traffic, pollution, and overfishing, among others.

“We hope that this exhibition not only increases public consciousness on its role in sustaining our country’s food security and in abating climate change, but we also look forward to heighten the call to protect the VIP,” NMP Deputy Director-General Jorell M. Legaspi stated in his opening remarks.

“I hope this exhibition sparks the creation of a new history that protects the Verde Island Passage for the benefit of our children and the next generations,” CEED Executive Director Gerry Arances adds.

Meanwhile, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda extended her message of support through a presentation. “We seek to pass a law… to protect the VIP. A law establishing the VIP as an Expanded National Integrated Protected Area System (ENIPAS) site will give us the tools and resources to do what we must,” Legarda remarked.

In addition, Dr. Miguel Azcuna of the VIP Center for Oceanographic Research and Aquatic Life Sciences – Batangas State University, Ambassador Peter Kell of the New Zealand Embassy in the Philippines, Rod de Jesus representing the Batangas Fisherfolk, Roy Ortega of the Fisheries Resources Management Division of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Alita Sangalang of the Biodiversity Management Bureau of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and Vice Mayor Marvin Rivera of Pola, Oriental Mindoro also gave brief remarks establishing their support for the protection of the VIP.

The three-month special photo exhibition, featuring stunning photographs of the VIP and its biodiversity, is now available for public viewing at the National Museum of Natural History.

The National Museum of Natural History is OPEN Tuesdays to Sundays, from 9 AM to 6 PM. Admission is FREE!

Isandaan at tatlumpu’t anim na taon na ang Pambansang Museo ng Pilipinas!

Maaalalang noong nakaraang taon ay inilipat ang araw ng pagkakatatag mula Oktubre 29, 1901 patungong Agosto 12, 1887, kung kailan itinatag ang Museo-Biblioteca de Filipinas sa bisa ng real decreto ni Reina Regente Maria Cristina ng Espanya. Ang nasabing paglilipat ay naunang pinagtibay ng Board Resolution No. 10 (2022) ng Pambansang Komisyon Pangkasaysayan ng Pilipinas na inilabas noong nakaraang Hulyo 2022.

Asahan ninyong patuloy kaming magsisilbing tagapangalaga ng kultura at pamanang Pilipino. Patuloy ninyo kaming samahan na tunghayan, unawain, at pahalagahan ang ating pagkakakilanlang bayan! Bukas ang museo mula Martes hanggang Linggo, ika-9 ng umaga hanggang ika-6 ng gabi. LIBRE ang pagpasok!

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