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MUSEUM IN THE PHILIPPINES

SP

DJHOANA I. DE LUNA
Cavite National Science High School

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Understanding
Culture, Society
and Politics
MUSEUMS IN THE PHILIPPINES

DJHOANA ICARO DE LUNA

Copyright 2019

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 WHAT IS THIS MODULE ALL ABOUT?

This module serves as a learning resource material in understanding the

target competency expected in the curriculum.

TOPIC
Human Bio cultural and Social Evolution

CONTENT STANDARD
Processes of cultural and socio-political evolution

LEARNING COMPETENCY

UCSP11/12HBSIF-14

Recognize national, local, and specialized museums, and archaeological and

historical sites as venues to appreciate and reflect on the complexities of bio-
cultural and social evolution as part of being and becoming human.

The presented activities or exercises and texts are developed

in order to meet the following objectives:

1. Recognize national, local and specialized museums

2. Describe the collections found in different museums

3. Reflect on the importance of different museums

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 PRE-TEST

Read the following items carefully. Write the

letter of your answer.

1. It was built in 1889 and served as a military court, wherein it

has been a witness to the trial of Andres Bonifacio in 1897.
Which historic house and museum in Maragondon, Cavite is
being described in the sentence above?
A. GBR Museum C. Bonifacio’s Trial House
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Baldomero’s Trial House

2. It has turned into an art gallery since then. The exhibits are
practically divided into two: natural history and cultural
heritage. Natural history covers the areas of botany, zoology,
geology and paleontology, while cultural heritage includes
anthropology, fine arts, and archaeology. Where can we find
these exhibits?
A. National Museum C. Ayala Museum
B. Mind Museum D. Metropolitan Museum

3. One of the places you had visited is a a house or a building

turned into a museum for a variety of reasons, most
commonly because the person that lived in it was important
or something important happened in it. House is often
equipped with furniture like it was in the time when it was
used. Which place is this?
A. GBR Museum C. Bonifacio’s Trial House
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Baldomero’s Trial House

4. Which museum is located at Taguig, the first world-class

Science Museum in the Philippines.  It’s the biggest and most
impressive with 250 hands-on, minds-on interactive
exhibits in a 5,000 sqm exhibit area located in a 12,500
sqm JY Campos Park in Bonifacio Global City.  It is a
showcase of “What we know, how we know it and what we do
with what we know”?

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 A. National Museum C. Ayala Museum
B. Mind Museum D. Metropolitan Museum

5. Which museum is located inside Gateway Business Park in

Brgy. Javalera, Gen. Trias, Cavite, the museum exhibits the
Philippines' rich history of culture and the arts. It contains
more than 3,000 vintage photographs as well as hundreds of
model airplanes donated by founder Mr. Geronimo Berenguer
de los Reyes Jr. from his personal collection?
A. GBR Museum C. Bonifacio’s Trial House
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Baldomero’s Trial House

6. Designed and reconstructed during the era of President

Quirino to take after the original house of the hero’s, which
was destroyed in World War II, the museum displays things
that are such as his photographs, books, and even his
execution coat. In addition to that, the well in the house has
been featured as a wishing well for its visitors. Which
Spanish-Colonial looking house is dedicated for our country’s
hero?
A. Rizal Shrine C. UST Museum
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Metropolitan Museum

7. It houses both scientific and artistic artefacts. Works of art

displayed in its galleries include works of renowned Filipino
artists, such as Fernando Amorsolo, Carlos Francisco, Vicente
Manansala, and Galo Ocampo. The museum also has
permanent displays of natural history specimens, oriental art,
Philippine pious images, medals, coins, and historical
memorabilia. The paintings displayed at the museum range
from the 17th to the 20th century. What is the oldest existing
museum in the Philippines?

A. Metropolitan Museum
B. UST Museum of Arts and Sciences
C. Geronimo Berenguer delos Reyes Museum
D. Amorsolo Francisco Manansala and Ocampo’s Museum

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8. Specialized for science and history of science. In the beginning
they were static displays of objects but now they are made so
the visitors can participate and that way better learn about
different branches of science. Which museum is this?

A. Mind Museum C. National Museum

B. Ayala Museum D. Metropolitan Museum

9. Which of the following types of museum best describe the

Gerenimo Berenguer delos Reyes Museum?

A. Historic house C. History Museum

B. Art Gallery D. Specialized Museum

10. Which of the following is NOT an example of our local

museums?
A. Rizal Shrine C. GBR Museum
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Bonifacio Trial House

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 LET’S SEE WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW

My Visit in Museum. In this activity, the learners identify museums near their
area or that they are familiar with. List down some of the museums in the
Philippines that you are familiar with or had visited. Include a short description
of the location, collections, experiences and reflections.

Location Collections

Museum

Experiences Reflections

Process Questions:
1. Are there enough museums in the country? Justify your answer.
2. Why are museums important?

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 LET’S LEARN

Different Types of Museums

There are different types of museums. Here are some of them:

Archaeology museums. They display archeological artifacts. They can

be open-air museums or they can exhibit items in a building.

Art museums. Also known as art galleries. They are spaces for

showing art objects, most commonly visual art objects as paintings,
sculpture, photography, illustrations, drawings, ceramics or
metalwork.

Encyclopedic museums. They are usually large institutions and they

offer visitors a wide variety of information on many themes, both local
and global. They are not thematically defined nor specialized.

Historic house museums. A house or a building turned into a

museum for a variety of reasons, most commonly because the person
that lived in it was important or something important happened in it.
House is often equipped with furniture like it was in the time when it
was used. Visitors of the house learn through guides that tell story of
the house and its inhabitants.

History museums. They collect objects and artifacts that tell a

chronological story about particular locality. Objects that are collected
could be documents, artifacts, archeological findings and other. They
could be in a building, historic house or a historic site.

Living history museums. Type of a museum in which historic events

are performed by actors to immerse a viewer and show how certain
events looked like or how some crafts were performed because there is
no other way to see them now because they are obsolete.

Maritime museums. Specialized museums for displaying maritime

history, culture or archaeology. Primarily archaeological maritime
museums exhibit artifacts and preserved shipwrecks recovered from
bodies of water. Maritime history museums, show and educate the
public about humanity's maritime past.

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Military and war museums. Museums specialized in military
histories. Usually organized from a point of view of a one nation and
conflicts in which that country has taken part. They collect and
present weapons, uniforms, decorations, war technology and other
objects.

Mobile museums. Museums that have no specific strict place of

exhibiting. They could be exhibited from a vehicle or they could move
from museum to museum as guests. Also a name for a parts of
exhibitions of a museum that are sent to another museum.

Natural history museums. Usually display objects from nature like

stuffed animals or pressed plants. They educate about natural history,
dinosaurs, zoology, oceanography, anthropology, evolution,
environmental issues, and more.

Science museums.

Specialized for science and history of science. In the beginning they

were static displays of objects but now they are made so the visitors
can participate and that way better learn about different branches of
science.

NATIONAL MUSEUM

1. The National Museum

It goes by a different official name, which is the Museum of the

Filipino People. Located in Rizal Park in Manila, this is a museum with
easy access. Although the original building was meant for a public
library, it was later renovated in 2003. It has turned into an art gallery
since then. The exhibits are practically divided into two: natural
history and cultural heritage. Natural history covers the areas of
botany, zoology, geology and paleontology, while cultural heritage
includes anthropology, fine arts, and archaeology.

2. Ayala Museum

Located in business district of Ayala in Makati, the building has got a

trendy, modern look. Different from the National Museum, which is
government owned, this one is managed by private and so far, it has
been the most popular private museum with the most visitors in the
country.

The history of the Philippines from its prehistoric eras to the time
when the country gained its independence in 1946 is portrayed

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through the sixty dioramas exhibited in the museum. These historical
dioramas have always been the must-see attraction of Ayala museum.
In addition, rare painting from the local master artists, artefacts (such
as ritual objects, weapons, musical instruments) found in various
regions of the country, miniature sea vessels and boats vividly
picturing the sea transport evolution can be seen in the museum.

3. The University of Sto. Tomas Museum of Arts and Sciences

The University of Sto. Tomas Museum of Arts and Sciences is the
oldest existing museum in the Philippines. It houses both scientific
and artistic artefacts. Works of art displayed in its galleries include
works of renowned Filipino artists, such as Fernando Amorsolo,
Carlos Francisco, Vicente Manansala, and Galo Ocampo. The museum
also has permanent displays of natural history specimens, oriental
art, Philippine pious images, medals, coins, and historical
memorabilia. The paintings displayed at the museum range from the
17th to the 20th century.
4. Rizal Shrine

As the name suggests, this Spanish-Colonial looking house is

dedicated for the country’s hero, Jose Rizal. Designed and
reconstructed during the era of President Quirino to take after the
original house of the hero’s, which was destroyed in World War II, the
museum displays things that are related to Jose Rizal, such as his
photographs, books, and even his execution coat. In addition to that,
the well in the house has been featured as a wishing well for its
visitors.

With approximately 270,000 visitors coming per year, Rizal Shrine is a

must visit in Calamba.

LOCAL MUSEUM

5. The Aguinaldo Shrine

The Aguinaldo Shrine is where the independence of the Philippines
was declared on June 12, 1898. The shrine is the ancestral home of
President Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the First Republic of
the Philippines. The house was originally built of thatch and wood in
1845 and reconstructed with limestone and hardwood in 1849.
Aguinaldo was born in the house on March 22, 1869.

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The house is located along the Camino Real, the town’s main street,
signifying that the Aguinaldos were among the elite of the town.
Emilio’s father Carlos, and brother Crispulo, both served as
gobernadorcillos (town mayor). Emilio would later be elected to the
same position when the title was changed to capitan municipal.
6. The Geronimo Berenguer delos Reyes Museum
GBR Museum is a testament to many significant and monumental
events in Philippine and world history.
Located inside Gateway Business Park in Brgy. Javalera, Gen. Trias,
Cavite, the museum exhibits the Philippines' rich history of culture
and the arts. It contains more than 3,000 vintage photographs as well
as hundreds of model airplanes donated by founder Mr. Geronimo
Berenguer de los Reyes Jr. (GBR) from his personal collection.
Dr. Jose P. Rizal once said that “ to foretell the destiny of a nation, it is
necessary to open the book that tells of her past”. This museum does
just that. It celebrates the glorious past of different places at different
times, and tells stories of hundreds of events worth revisiting and
remembering.
At the entrance of the museum is a memorial and a detailed account
of the Cavite Mutiny of 1872, which was supported by Crisanto de los
Reyes, GBR's Ancestor.

7. Bonifacio Trial House

The Roderico Reyes Ancestral House, more commonly known as

the Bonifacio Trial House, is a historic house and museum in
Maragondon, Cavite, Philippines. It was built in 1889 and served as a
military court, wherein it has been a witness to the trial of Andres
Bonifacio in 1897.
Now converted into a museum, this antique house was where
Andres Bonifacio, leader of the Philippine Revolution, and his brother
Procopio were tried for execution in 1897. Built in 1889, the house is
made of wood and adobe, patterned after Filipino-Spanish
architecture. The first floor displays tarpaulins that tell the story of
Andres Bonifacio, the Katipunan, and the Philippine-Spanish
Revolution.

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 The second floor has several rooms displaying a diorama of the
trial court, framed flags used by the Katipunan, and Katipunan-
related paintings by amateurs. Two other rooms house a library and
secret letters sent and received by Andres.

SPECIALIZED MUSEUM

8. Mind Museum

Cooperating with ASPAC (Asia Pacific Network of Science and

Technology Centres) and ASTC (Association of Science-Technology
Centers), this museum tries to give its visitors educational experiences
that will provide better understanding about nature. Recognized to be
of world class quality, its galleries are surely worth visiting.

The Mind Museum at Taguig, the first world-class Science Museum in

the Philippines.  It’s the biggest and most impressive with 250 hands-
on, minds-on interactive exhibits in a 5,000 sqm exhibit area located
in a 12,500 sqm JY Campos Park in Bonifacio Global City.  It is a
showcase of “What we know, how we know it and what we do with
what we know” for ages 6 to 96.

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 LET’S TRY THIS AND SELF-CHECK

Comparison Chart. Describe and summarize your understanding of

different museums. Fill out the chart below by comparing different types of
museums.

Type of Name of Location Functions Focus of

Museum Museum Collections
National 1.
2.

3.

Local 4.

5.

6.

7.

Specialized 8.

Focus Questions:
1. What can you say about the different museums found in the Philippines?
2. How will you appreciate these museums?
3. Will you recommend any of the museums mentioned in this activity? Why?
Why not?

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LET’S STUDY AND ANALYZE THESE

Answer the following questions briefly:

1. What are the main collections of the museum?

2. What do you think is the most important

collection?

3. What have you learned from different museum?

4. What is the important role of museums in our

culture and history?

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 LET’S LEARN

Complete the unfinished sentences to summarize the lesson.

1. This lesson was about

2. One key idea was

3. This topic is important because

4. This lesson matters to me because

5. In this lesson, I remembered that

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 LET’S SEE WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

Feedback Form. Be honest in accomplishing the form.

1. When did you last visit the museum?

2. How did you hear about the museum?

3. Why did you visit the museum?

4. What activities did you take part in, if any?

5. What did you enjoy?

6. What you did not enjoy?

7. Would you recommend the Museum to your friend? Why?

POST TEST

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 Read the following items carefully. Write the
letter of your answer.

1. It was built in 1889 and served as a military court, wherein it

has been a witness to the trial of Andres Bonifacio in 1897.
Which historic house and museum in Maragondon, Cavite is
being described in the sentence above?
A. GBR Museum C. Bonifacio’s Trial House
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Baldomero’s Trial House

2. It has turned into an art gallery since then. The exhibits are
practically divided into two: natural history and cultural
heritage. Natural history covers the areas of botany, zoology,
geology and paleontology, while cultural heritage includes
anthropology, fine arts, and archaeology. Where can we find
these exhibits?
A. National Museum C. Ayala Museum
B. Mind Museum D. Metropolitan Museum

3. One of the places you had visited is a a house or a building turned

into a museum for a variety of reasons, most commonly because
the person that lived in it was important or something important
happened in it. House is often equipped with furniture like it was
in the time when it was used. Which place is this?
A. GBR Museum C. Bonifacio’s Trial House
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Baldomero’s Trial House

4. Which museum is located at Taguig, the first world-class Science

Museum in the Philippines.  It’s the biggest and most impressive
with 250 hands-on, minds-on interactive exhibits in a 5,000 sqm
exhibit area located in a 12,500 sqm JY Campos Park in

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 Bonifacio Global City.  It is a showcase of “What we know, how
we know it and what we do with what we know”?
A. National Museum C. Ayala Museum
B. Mind Museum D. Metropolitan Museum

5. Which museum is located inside Gateway Business Park in Brgy.

Javalera, Gen. Trias, Cavite, the museum exhibits the
Philippines' rich history of culture and the arts. It contains more
than 3,000 vintage photographs as well as hundreds of model
airplanes donated by founder Mr. Geronimo Berenguer de los
Reyes Jr. from his personal collection?
A. GBR Museum C. Bonifacio’s Trial House
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Baldomero’s Trial House

6. Designed and reconstructed during the era of President Quirino

to take after the original house of the hero’s, which was
destroyed in World War II, the museum displays things that are
such as his photographs, books, and even his execution coat. In
addition to that, the well in the house has been featured as a
wishing well for its visitors. Which Spanish-Colonial looking
house is dedicated for our country’s hero?
A. Rizal Shrine C. UST Museum
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Metropolitan Museum

7. It houses both scientific and artistic artefacts. Works of art

displayed in its galleries include works of renowned Filipino
artists, such as Fernando Amorsolo, Carlos Francisco, Vicente
Manansala, and Galo Ocampo. The museum also has permanent
displays of natural history specimens, oriental art, Philippine
pious images, medals, coins, and historical memorabilia. The
paintings displayed at the museum range from the 17th to the
20th century. What is the oldest existing museum in the
Philippines?

A. Metropolitan Museum
B. UST Museum of Arts and Sciences
C. Geronimo Berenguer delos Reyes Museum
D. Amorsolo Francisco Manansala and Ocampo’s Museum

8. Specialized for science and history of science. In the beginning

they were static displays of objects but now they are made so the

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 visitors can participate and that way better learn about different
branches of science. Which museum is this?

A. Mind Museum C. National Museum

B. Ayala Museum D. Metropolitan Museum

9. Which of the following types of museum best describe the

Gerenimo Berenguer delos Reyes Museum?

A. Historic house C. History Museum

B. Art Gallery D. Specialized Museum

10. Which of the following is NOT an example of our local museums?

A. Rizal Shrine C. GBR Museum
B. Aguinaldo Shrine D. Bonifacio Trial House

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 LET’S REMEMBER

Different Types of Museums

There are different types of museums. Here are some of them:

Archaeology museums. They display archeological artifacts

Art museums. Also known as art galleries.

Encyclopedic museums. They are not thematically defined nor

specialized.

Historic house museums. A house or a building turned into a

museum for a variety of reasons

History museums.  They could be in a building, historic house or a

historic site.

Living history museums. Historic events are performed by actors to

immerse a viewer

Maritime museums. Specialized museums for displaying maritime

history, culture or archaeology.

Military and war museums. Museums specialized in military

histories.

Mobile museums. Museums that have no specific strict place of

exhibiting.

Natural history museums. Usually display objects from nature like

stuffed animals or pressed plants.

Science museums. Specialized for science and history of science.

NATIONAL MUSEUM

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1. The National Museum. It goes by a different official name, which is
the Museum of the Filipino People.

2. Ayala Museum. Located in business district of Ayala in Makati, the

building has got a trendy, modern look.

3. The University of Sto. Tomas Museum of Arts and Sciences

It is the oldest existing museum in the Philippines. It houses both
scientific and artistic artefacts.
4. Rizal Shrine. As the name suggests, this Spanish-Colonial looking
house is dedicated for the country’s hero, Jose Rizal.

LOCAL MUSEUM

5. The Aguinaldo Shrine. It is where the independence of the

Philippines was declared on June 12, 1898. The shrine is the
ancestral home of President Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of
the First Republic of the Philippines..
6. The Geronimo Berenguer delos Reyes Museum. GBR Museum is
a testament to many significant and monumental events in Philippine
and world history.
7. Bonifacio Trial House. The Roderico Reyes Ancestral House, more
commonly known as the Bonifacio Trial House, is a historic house and
museum in Maragondon, Cavite, Philippines.
SPECIALIZED MUSEUM

8. Mind Museum. This museum tries to give its visitors educational

experiences that will provide better understanding about nature.
Recognized to be of world class quality, its galleries are surely worth
visiting

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 REFERENCES

Understanding Culture Society and Politics for Senior High School by

Ederlina D. Balena et. al pp.8-14

Nuncio, Rhoderick, et. al (2016), Praxis: Understanding Society, Culture

and Politics, pp. 1-7

Balena, Ederlina, et. al (2016), Understanding Culture, Society and Politics,

pp. 5-7

Bernardo, Jr. Juanito Philip V. (2016), Understanding Culture, Society and

Politics, pp. 93-107

http://www.historyofmuseums.com/museum-facts/types-ofmuseum/
http://nhcp.gov.ph/museums/baldomero-aguinaldo-shrine/

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