Iloilo Archives - Page 10 of 20 - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Señor San Blas sculpture, made of hardwood and about 36 cm tall, belongs to the Iglesia Filipina Independiente Church in Brgy. Balanti-an and is estimated to be over 80 years old. Donated by the Bataga family, it plays a central role in local religious life, serving as the barangay’s patron saint. It is believed to have healing powers, with rituals like “haplas” and “patapak” where devotees touch or step on it for relief from illness. The statue is featured in annual fiestas, processions, and vows, and its presence is tied to stories of miraculous recovery. Originally found in a ...

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

GARINGAN NGA BATO KANG AQUINO FAMILY SA ANILAO

Anilao, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The garingan, a traditional stone mill from the 1970s, is owned by the Aquino family and used for grinding rice, corn, coffee, and cacao. Made of two limestone slabs measuring 50 cm in diameter, it played a key role in rural Filipino food preparation. Once essential for milling corn, it is now a valued heirloom symbolizing resilience and cultural heritage. Though still functional, it risks becoming obsolete due to modern technology. The garingan holds historical, social, and economic significance in preserving traditional cuisine. No formal conservation exists, but the Aquino family maintains it through regular cleaning.

Tangible Movable Heritage, Works of Industrial/Commercial Arts

1973 MUNICIPAL FLAG OF ALIMODIAN

Alimodian, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The Alimodian municipal flag, created in 1973 during Mayor Miguel Anas’s term, is a colorful nylon banner symbolizing the town’s identity, featuring 51 gold stars for its barrios and a central flame and seal. At 26 by 42 inches, it incorporates blue, red, orange, and pink lines from a white triangle, making it a unique municipal flag design in the Philippines. Though originally an official town symbol, the flag has fallen out of use and been replaced with a simplified version.The flag is now at the Alimodian Heritage Conservation Center and is considered historically rare and significant, representing the town’s ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

SAN NICHOLAS DE TOLENTINO SCULPTURE OF THE BONILLA FAMILY

Ajuy, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The San Nicolas de Tolentino sculpture, estimated to be created in the early 1960s and now over 60 years old, is a significant religious artifact under the care of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente in Ajuy, Iloilo. Measuring 3 feet in total height, the sculpture plays a central role during the annual fiesta on September 10th, serving as a symbol of devotion and community identity. Under the care of Mrs. Bonilla, the sculpture has been passed down through generations, linking familial heritage with spiritual tradition. Despite being kept from public view for confidentiality reasons, the sculpture remains a powerful emblem of ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

SCULPTURE OF SAN MARTIN DE TOURS OF THE BRGY. CHAPEL OF SINOGBUHAN IN SAN JOAQUIN

Iloilo, San Joaquin, Sinogbuhan

February 18, 2026

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The wooden sculpture of San Martin de Tours, crafted in Spain and brought to Barangay Sinogbuhan in 1886, is a revered Catholic icon estimated to be 138 years old. It depicts St. Martin as a cavalryman on horseback cutting his cloak for a beggar. To honor the sculpture’s arrival, the locals performed Sayaw, a traditional ritual war dance between Christians and pagans, to honor the saint who was once a warrior. A community story claims that St. Martin miraculously saved the village from Japanese invaders during WWII, further deepening his spiritual significance for the community. Every November 11, the saint’s ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

MISSION CROSS OF BARANGAY CALLAN IN POTOTAN

Callan, Iloilo, Pototan

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Mission Cross of Barangay Callan in Pototan, made from yakal wood and built by the community, holds a central role during Lent celebrations in the barangay. It is especially prominent during Holy Week processions, symbolizing Christ’s journey to Calvary in the Stations of the Cross. Its significance further lies in its long-standing presence and its connection with the community’s faith and devotion that has been passed down through generations. Despite its age and some damage, including a missing part, it remains a valuable religious symbol, representing shared responsibility and spiritual unity. The barangay now takes responsibility for its upkeep, ...

Tangible Movable Heritage, Works of Industrial/Commercial Arts

BAYONETA KANG PULGAN FAMILY(BRGY. DALA, MINA)

Iloilo, Mina

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The bayonet was originally owned by Mr. Edwin S. Pulgan’s grandfather, who served in the miltary during the Second World War.It features a metal blade with a central groove, a white-painted wooden handle, and a metal guard with a lug for attachment to a rifle. The bayonet is accompanied by a scabbard, which also show signs of wear, rust and missing parts. The weapon symbolizes the struggles and experiences during the American and Japanese occupations in the Philippines. It is carefully stored due to its poor condition and to prevent it from mishandling and theft.

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

BANGKAW NI OTO VALENTIN(BRGY. TRANGKA, MAASIN)

Iloilo, Maasin

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The bangkaw of the Valentin family, is a spear made with a kamagong handle which has been passed down through generations within the family. The bangkaw is unique for its historical significance, rarity, and association with the spiritual practices of the babaylan, highlighting the power of the healer to protect others. Said to have been owned by Oto Valentin, a revered babaylan and community leader, the spear was used both as a ritual tool and a weapon for protection, carried during his exploits across Panay Island. Even after passing it unto his son Gregorio, the bankaw’s powers was believed to ...

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

SANDUKO KANG LOMA FAMILY (BRGY. PANURAN, LAMBUNAO)

Iloilo, Lambunao

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The sanduko owned by Roger Loma is a traditional bolo with a single-edged, curved blade with a wooden mahogany hilt. The hilt features a distinctive carved crocodile design with intricate scale patterns and sharp teeth, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic expression of its maker. The sanduko plays a significant role in the Loma family’s community, used for both practical purposes like cutting vegetation and in cultural rituals such as “awag.” It represents the history of blacksmithing in the area, with local craftsmen often drawing inspiration from their environment, such as animals like crocodiles, for the handle’s design. It is currently ...

Tangible Movable Heritage, Works of Industrial/Commercial Arts

1944 TWO PESO ILOILO EMERGENCY CURRENCY NOTE KANG BARRATO FAMILY

Iloilo, Janiuay

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The 1944 Two Peso Iloilo Emergency Currency Note is part of the emergency currency issued by the Philippine National Bank and the local provincial and municipal governments of the Philippine Commonwealth during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines. It features a design that emphasizes the denomination, its corresponding serial number, and includes signatures from key officials of the Iloilo Currency Committee. Dr. Eljhon Barrato inherited the note from his grandmother, who carefully stored it for its personal and historical value to the family. The note is part of the 1944 emergency currency issue, which was crucial for supporting local economies ...

SEÑOR SAN BLAS SCULPTURE OF THE IGLESIA FILIPINA INDEPENDIENTE CHURCH OF BRGY. BALANTI-AN

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