PARALUMAN: A WALK ALONG HISTORY

LUZON

MUSEO ORLINA

Museo Orlina stands as a valuable collection of contemporary art by Ramon Orlina, a renowned figure and leading expert in glass sculpture in the Philippines. The museum features four levels of exhibition space, a sculpture garden with an amphitheater, and a rooftop providing a breathtaking view of Taal Lake.

PINTÔ ART MUSEUM

Situated in Antipolo, a historic pilgrimage city near Manila, the Pintô Art Museum serves as both an exhibition space and contemporary museum. Established in 2010 by Filipino neurologist and art patron Dr. Joven Cuanang, it showcases his art collection. The museum, named "pintô" meaning door in Filipino, operates on the belief that art serves as a diplomatic bridge connecting diverse nationalities, perspectives, and communities.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

The National Museum of Fine Arts houses 29 galleries and hallway displays featuring works from 19th-century Filipino masters, National Artists, prominent modern painters, sculptors, and printmakers.

VISAYAS

CAMINA BALAY NGA BATO

Camiña Balay Nga Bato, previously named Avanceña House, is a heritage house with a century-long history located in the Arevalo district of Iloilo City, Philippines. Constructed in 1865, it was designed by Anselmo Avanceña, the initial parish priest of Molo, for Don Fernando Avanceña and his wife, Eulalia Abaja.

CASA GORORDO MUSEUM

Casa Gorordo, situated in Cebu's historic Parian district, is a house museum in the oldest city of the Philippines. Constructed in the 1850s, it witnessed significant societal transformations that influenced the development of the modern Filipino identity. Exploring the house offers visitors valuable insights into the history of Cebu and the cultural legacy of its residents. Recognized as a National Historical Landmark, the museum holds historical significance.

MUSEO BASILICA DEL SANTO NINO

The museum exhibits the profound historical and cultural importance of the Santo Niño image and its devotion in the Philippines. The well-preserved displays and artifacts offer a comprehensive insight into the religious heritage of the area.

MINDANAO

CITY MUSEUM OF CAGAYAN DE ORO

Originally constructed in 1922 as a Water Tank Tower, the City Museum of Cagayan de Oro underwent renovations and enhancements in 2008 to transform it into a museum. Serving as the city's oldest public structure, it endured wartime bombing and earned recognition from the city government and the National Museum of the Philippines for its "adaptive reuse of a heritage structure."

MUSEUM OF THREE CULTURES

The Capitol University Museum of Three Cultures showcases and safeguards the cultural, historical, and important artifacts of Northern Mindanao's three primary cultures: lowland migrants, Indigenous peoples, and Muslim Maranao.

D' BONE COLLECTOR MUSUEM

D' Bone Collector Museum showcases a variety of animals from different parts of the globe, ranging from ocean depths to the tallest bird species. It provides an educational and enjoyable experience for both the young and old, offering insights into the fascinating world of animals. The museum currently exhibits over 650 specimens and continues to add more on a weekly basis.