Life in Colonial Manila: Letter from the Past

Ayala Museum

Pedro Bukaneg (PP00179)

Bukaneg--an orator, musician, preacher, and lexicographer--is considered the father of Iloko literature (1552-1624). His knowledge of Ilocano, Tinguian, and Tagalog languages made him a valuable...

Filipinas Heritage Library

Object Rewind E02: Unpacking Traditional Bags in the Philippines

There is a lot to unpack about the bag. Straddling between being a container and a garment, it is a functional expression of one’s self. What does a bag's content tell about us? What does the...

Ayala Museum

ATIN | That Something Special

Filipinos love a great story, even if it comes from the smallest, most ordinary things. These everyday objects featured hold a unique story, an interesting design, or are just simply one of a kind.

Ayala Museum