NHCP Museo ni Baldomero Aguinaldo

11/06/2026

🇵🇭🇵🇭𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗪 𝗡𝗚 𝗞𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗔𝗡!🇵🇭🇵🇭

The 128th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine independence is set to be celebrated simultaneously in various sites throughout the country.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will lead the flag raising and wreath laying ceremony in the Jose Rizal National Monument in Rizal Park Luneta, Manila. He will be accompanied by NHCP Chair Regalado Trota Jose, Jr., top government officials, and members of the diplomatic corps. This will be followed by the Parada ng Kalayaan at the Quirino Grandstand.

Meanwhile, similar ceremonies will be held in the following sites:
• Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine, Kawit, Cavite with Governor Francisco Gabriel "Abeng" Remulla as guest of honor
• Andres Bonifacio National Monument, Caloocan City with Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rexlon "Rex" Gatchalian as guest of honor
• Barasoain Church Historical Landmark, Malolos City, Bulacan with NHCP Board Member and Philippine Historical Association president Francis "Chas" Navarro as guest of honor
• Pinaglabanan Memorial Shrine, San Juan City with Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro as guest of honor
• Museo ng Kasaysayang Panlipunan ng Pilipinas, Angeles City with Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo as guest of honor; and,
• Mausoleo de los Veteranos de la Revolucion, Manila with National Defense Undersecretary Ireneo Espino as guest of honor

In addition, local government units and Philippine embassies, consulates and diplomatic missions are encouraged to hold ceremonies and activities to celebrate Independence Day.

It has been 128 years since the Filipino revolutionary government led by President Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed our nation’s independence from Spanish rule in Kawit, Cavite in 1898. Independence Day was celebrated until 1901 when the First Philippine Republic ended. After our independence was recognized internationally, it was celebrated on 4 July from 1946 until 1964 when Republic Act No. 4166 restored June 12 as Independence Day.

05/06/2026

Today, we had the privilege of a warm and meaningful meeting with former Prime Minister Cesar E.A. Virata and his wife, Ms. Joy Virata. On behalf of Honorable Mayor Davey Reyes Chua and Vice Mayor Dino Reyes Chua, we were welcomed by Mr. Glenn S. Villena, Tourism Officer of the Local Government of Noveleta, who engaged in an enriching discussion with Prime Minister Virata on the historic significance of Noveleta.

Also present are Ms. Ahzel P. Miral, former Shrine Curator of Museo ni Baldomero Aguinaldo, Ms. Haidee Paulette M. Bedruz, Senior Shrine Curator and Ms. Gina G. Ayran, Historic Sites Development Officer II of the Museo ni Emilio Aguinaldo.

Following the meeting, Prime Minister Virata visited the Museo ni Baldomero Aguinaldo thus, provided a rare opportunity for the shrine’s On-the-Job Trainees to meet the Chairman Emeritus of the Cavite Historical Society and the grandson of Gen. Baldomero Aguinaldo.

30/05/2026

We were thrilled to have you visit us, Cavite State University–Silang Campus!

Thank you for participating in our 𝑯𝒊𝒓𝒂𝒚𝒂 learning experience and for taking the time to gain deeper insights into Baldomero's life and legacy.

28/05/2026

The NHCP Museo ni Baldomero Aguinaldo joined the Municipality of Kawit in their celebration of National Flag Days this morning, 28 May 2026, at Aguinaldo Park in Kawit, Cavite.

By virtue of Section 10 of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 8491, the National Flag is permanently hoisted at the balcony of the Aguinaldo Shrine, where Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed Philippine Independence on June 12, 1898.

28/05/2026

🇵🇭 𝓡𝓐𝓘𝓢𝓔 𝓨𝓞𝓤𝓡 𝓕𝓛𝓐𝓖❗ 🇵🇭

Starting today, we celebrate the National Flag Days by displaying our National Flag in our homes, schools, and offices in celebration of our nation’s independence.

Ceremonies will be held throughout the country, especially in the following sites:
📌 Dambana ng Pambansang Watawat, Alapan, Imus City, Cavite (with City Government of Imus)
📌 Rizal Park Luneta, Ermita, Manila (with National Parks Development Committee and Salute To A Clean Flag Movement)
📌 NHCP Museo nina Marcela Mariño at Felipe Agoncillo, Taal, Batangas (with Municipality of TAAL)
📌 Samonte Park, Cavite City, Cavite (in the afternoon, with City Government of Cavite)

May 28 was selected as the start of the National Flag Days as it is the anniversary of the Battle of Alapan. Filipino revolutionary forces under the overall command of General Emilio Aguinaldo, who returned from exile on 18 May 1898, defeated a large Spanish force at the field of Alapan, Imus, Cavite. In celebration of the victory, Aguinaldo unfurled and showed to the Filipino people for the first time the new National Flag made by Marcela Mariño de Agoncillo in Hong Kong at the Teatro Caviteño in Cavite City.

The new flag, which featured the red and blue fields with a white triangle superimposed by a sun with eight rays and three stars, would become the Flag of the Philippine nation and is the basis for our present-day standard.

➡️ Download and use our official posters:
bit.ly/Kalayaan2026posters

➡️ Learn how to properly display our National Flag:
bit.ly/FlagAndHeraldicCode2018

28/05/2026

26/05/2026

In preparation for the upcoming celebration of National Flag Days 2026, personnel of the Museo ni Baldomero Aguinaldo proudly displayed Philippine flags throughout the museum premises as a symbol of patriotism, unity, and respect for the nation’s heritage.

Pursuant to Section 30 of Republic Act No. 8491, otherwise known as the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines, the period from 28 May to 12 June of each year is declared as National Flag Days. During this period, all government offices, agencies, and instrumentalities, as well as business establishments, educational institutions, and private homes, are encouraged to prominently display the National Flag as an expression of nationalism and solidarity among Filipinos.

Let us continue to honor the sacrifices of our heroes and uphold the dignity of our National Flag as we commemorate this important national observance.

26/05/2026

𝑷𝑨𝑵𝑨𝑮𝑹𝑰𝑰𝑵𝑮 | Closing Conference for the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood | Day 2 PM Sessions

In partnership with the Ayala Foundation, the Ayala Museum, and the member-affiliates of the Local Historical Committees Network (LHCN), the conference seeks to explore the enduring legacies of the Philippine Revolution, Philippine-American War, and the First Philippine Republic beyond 1901.

26/05/2026

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬

In line with Proclamation No. 1264, s. 2026; the NHCP Central Office and our Shrines, Museums, and Landmarks across the country are 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 on 27 May 2026, Wednesday, in commemoration of Eid'l Adha.

Regular operations resume on Thursday, 28 May 2026.