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UP Vargas Museum opens after-hours for an art-rave party this Sept. 30

Taking cues from Jorge B. Vargas’s hosting residence Kawilihan, the university museum will open its doors past regular hours for a night of art, experimental rock, and electronic dance

Should art be a private or a public good?

The politics of art ownership

Juan Luna’s long lost masterpiece is making its debut. Here’s how you can see it for free

Regarded by many art collectors as “the holy grail of Philippine art,” Juan Luna’s “Hymen, oh Hyménée” is finally making its Philippine debut

No weekend plans? Visit these museums—for free

In celebration of International Museum Day, these museums have waived entrance fees for visitors this weekend

Museya Kafé by Margarita Forés is one more reason to go to Ayala Museum

Complete your museum day out with delicious fare at the newly opened museum cafe

What to do in Intramuros: Ride a bike or go museum hopping—drinking optional

Other than history, Intramuros has plenty to offer: traditional Filipino arts, alternative mobility, and even a shot from the oldest distillery in the country

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You can visit Ayala Museum for free on May 27. But there’s a catch

The museum will open its doors for free for the first 500 registrants in celebration of International Museum Day. If you don’t make it, they’ll also be having virtual tours until June 27

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Intramuros’s attractions open for fully vaccinated persons only

UPDATE as of Jan. 4, 2022: Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, and Baluarte de San Diego will remain open but only for fully-vaccinated individuals ages 18 to 65

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You can travel the Philippines virtually through this interactive 8-bit tour

Ayala Museum’s “Where is the Filipino?” tour runs online until May 30

Sinigang, tawilis, turon: Learn these essential Pinoy recipes inspired by Filipino food paintings

For Filipino Food Month, UP Vargas Museum takes inspiration from the paintings by masters such as Amorsolo in its permanent collection