Heritages Archive - Page 18 of 43 - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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The 1836 bell of St. Tomas de Villanueva Parish Church in Dao is the oldest bell in the area, made for communication and religious purposes. It is made of metal, but over time, it developed cracks, stains, and faded, making it unusable today. Historically, it was rung during funeral rites called “Agoniyas,” with different ringing patterns for men and women, and to call people to Mass or mark the day’s end. Though it no longer works, it remains a treasured artifact symbolizing the church’s long history and cultural identity. The bell is preserved in the bell tower, despite challenges like ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

SAN VICENTE FERRER SCULPTURE OF BITOON ILAWOD CHAPEL IN CUARTERO

Bitoon Ilawod, Capiz, Cuartero

February 18, 2026

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The San Vicente Ferrer sculpture is a wooden religious statue found in the Bitoon Ilawod Chapel in Cuartero, Capiz, made in the 1930s and about 85 years old. Crafted from santol wood, it features detailed carving, a gold-painted crown, and a black-and-white dress with gold accents, contributing to its visual appeal. The sculpture is deeply valued by local devotees who believe in its miraculous powers, especially during feast days when a blessing ritual called “palapak” is performed. It holds historical importance as a symbol of the long-standing Catholic faith in the community, serving as a spiritual focus for prayers and ...

Archival Holdings, Tangible Movable Heritage

1961 MEMENTO FROM GEN. DOUGLAS MACARTHUR

Iloilo, Tigbauan

February 18, 2026

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The 1961 memento is a signed photograph from General Douglas MacArthur, gifted to Mayor Eugenio Torrento Sr. during the Panay Landing Memorial event. The photo, with a handwritten dedication, honors the mayor’s bravery in raising the Philippine flag during World War II. Over time, the image suffered damage from light, moisture, and termites, leading to fading, holes, and missing parts. Despite the damage, it holds strong historical, social, and political importance, symbolizing the bond between American and Filipino wartime leaders. The photograph is now preserved in a glass frame and displayed at Bistro Torrento, where it continues to educate visitors ...

Archival Holdings, Tangible Movable Heritage

WITHOUT SEEING THE DAWN: A NOVEL BY STEVAN JAVELLANA

Iloilo, Santa Barbara

February 18, 2026

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Without Seeing the Dawn is a novel written by Stevan Javellana in 1947 and is a softbound first edition book with 368 pages, showing signs of aging like stains, folds, and fading. The story is set in Brgy. Manhayang, Iloilo, and follows the lives of villagers before and during World War II, highlighting how war changed their peaceful lives. It focuses on the struggles of Filipinos under Japanese occupation and celebrates their courage and resilience. The novel is historically important as it reflects the experiences of rural communities during wartime and holds special meaning for towns like Santa Barbara, known ...

Artwork, Tangible Movable Heritage

AT THE WHEEL OF THE NATION SCULPTURE OF LGU SAN MIGUEL

Iloilo, San Miguel

February 18, 2026

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The sculpture, At the Wheel of the Nation was created in 1954 by artist Augusto J. Lopez and is currently owned by the Local Government Unit of San Miguel. Made from concrete and other materials, it features a clock, the Philippine flag, and two figures, one believed to represent President Ramon Magsaysay and the other a Filipino citizen. The artwork symbolizes the relationship between national leadership and the people, with the flag serving as a backdrop. Despite its small size, the sculpture carries deep historical, political, and social meaning, reminding viewers of national pride and unity. It shows signs of ...

Archival Holdings, Tangible Movable Heritage

1877 CREACIÓN DEL BARRIO DE JIMANBAN EN PUEBLO CIVIL INDEPENDIENTE DE SU MATRIZ SANTA BARBARA (THE CREATION JIMANBAN INDEPENDENT FROM THE TOWN STA. BARBARA)

Iloilo, New Lucena

February 18, 2026

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The 1877 document records the official creation of Jimanban as an independent pueblo, separating it from the town of Santa Barbara. Signed by the Cabezas de Barangay, it was a formal petition to the Governor-General seeking political autonomy. This two-page letter, now kept by Mr. Assessor, marks the beginning of what is now known as New Lucena. The document is significant historically and socially, representing the town’s early efforts in self-governance and identity formation. It is physically fragile due to fading, folds, and creases, and is at risk of further damage if not carefully preserved. To protect it, the document ...

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

BULALO FOR POTTERY MAKING OF THE FORTUGANA FAMILY

Iloilo, Miagao

February 18, 2026

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The bulalo is a small, glassy stone tool used by the Fortugana family in Miagao for almost 200 years to polish pottery and enhance its shine. Measuring just 2 cm high, it was discovered along the Cagbang riverbank and found to produce a distinct luster not seen in other stones. It has been passed down through six generations and remains a vital part of the family’s pottery-making tradition. The stone’s ability to make pots more visually appealing helps increase their market value, making it economically significant. Today, the bulalo is rare and hard to replace, with few similar stones found ...

Ethnographic Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

REMNANT OF THE 1852 ESCUELA DICTADA IN LEON

Iloilo, Leon

February 18, 2026

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The 1852 coral stone remnant from the old Escuela Dictada in Leon is a rectangular carved marker made of grayish-white coral stone, showing weathered patterns and the inscription “Año de 1852.” This remnant once belonged to a school built under the Royal Decree of 1839, which required the creation of public schools during the Spanish colonial period. The school had separate rooms for boys and girls, reflecting the non-coeducational system of that era. Today, the stone is placed near the tourism building. It is the only surviving piece of the original school, making it an important symbol of Leon’s early ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

1894 BELL OF THE PARISH OF THE HOLY CHILD IN LEMERY

Iloilo, Lemery

February 18, 2026

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The 1894 bell of the Parish of the Holy Child in Lemery was donated by Don Melchor Solinap and has served as an important religious and cultural symbol for 130 years. Made of metal and engraved with Spanish inscriptions, the bell is used to call the community for Mass and to alert them when someone is near death, a tradition known locally as “Agoniya.” It has spiritual significance in Catholic rituals, marking key moments during worship, and gathering the community for shared prayer and events. The bell’s history reflects both Spanish influence and local devotion for the town. Currently, it ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

RELICS OF SAN VICENTE FERRER OF THE ARCHDIOCESAN SHRINE OF ST. VINCENT FERRER IN LEGANES

Iloilo, Leganes

February 18, 2026

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The relics of San Vicente Ferrer in the Archdiocesan Shrine of Leganes include a piece of nail and a piece of cloth, both believed to be connected to the saint. These relics are housed in beautifully crafted reliquaries, one ornate with a Russian-style cross and another with a red background frame. Previously, the relics were displayed for public veneration every first Friday and during the town’s annual fiesta, though this tradition stopped during the pandemic. The relics hold deep spiritual, historical, and social meaning, reflecting the town’s long-standing devotion to San Vicente Ferrer. Currently, the relics are secured in a ...

1836 BELL OF ST. TOMAS DE VILLANUEVA PARISH CHURCH OF DAO

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