Lapu-Lapu Gallery

01/05/2026

It takes a lot more than just one person to bring a creative space from idea into fruition. In honor of Labor Day 2026, meet the minds and hands behind the Lapu-lapu Art Gallery and Cultural Hub, who with the help of our city tourism office have brought forth a space that works to celebrate arts and culture!

From careful artistic curation to drilling nails on the wall where we hang our artworks, to writing papers and research material; From brainstorming the concept of a physical place meant for the Oponganon art scene to typing down this caption that tells you we are here to make this space for you. This is us!

We are a nation built on the backs of workers.
HAPPY LABOR DAY TO ALL!
💙💙💙

26/04/2026

We mourn the passing of Mam Donatila “Naty” Herbias-Amores (January 12, 1940 - April 24, 2026, she is the wife of Lt. Gen. Eleno Aro Amores Sr.

She is a former Lapu-Lapu City Tourism Commissioner and the owner of the Lapu-Lapu City Art Gallery before it was donated to the Lapu-Lapu City Government.

Public viewing of her remains will be at Gen. Amores Compound, Paseo de Amores, Gun-ob, Lapu-Lapu City from April 25-May 4, 2026. There is a Novena Mass at every 5 pm and a Holy Mass at 6 pm. Her internment would be at Mactan Island Memorial Garden on May 5, 2026.

Mayor Ma. Cynthia K. Chan and the City Council and the Office of Congressman Junard Chan and the entire Lapu Lapu City government expresses its sincerest condolences to the bereaved family of Mam Donatila “Naty” Herbias-Amores. We pray for her soul’s eternal repose. May she rest in peace.

Mayor Cindi King Chan
Junard "Ahong" Chan

18/04/2026

𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝟕 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭
As we approach our closing, we warmly invite you to experience Lamdag sa Lampakanay.
Join us here at Lapu-Lapu Gallery before the exhibit comes to an end. We are open from 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝟴𝗔𝗠–𝟱𝗣𝗠. We look forward to your visit! Daghang Salamat!

14/04/2026

𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐩 🌾

March 29 marked the opening of Lamdag sa Lampakanay at the Lapu-Lapu Art Gallery. It was a day filled with curious visitors, shared stories, and a closer look at the craft behind each piece.

Guests got to see how Lampakanay goes beyond its usual use—turned into bags, decor, and everyday items that carry both function and thoughtful design. More than the works themselves, it was the presence of the artisans and their stories that made the experience feel grounded and real.

If you haven’t dropped by yet, there’s still time to see it for yourself.

𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗽𝘂-𝗟𝗮𝗽𝘂 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘆
𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝟴𝗔𝗠 – 𝟱𝗣𝗠

🎥 Video Clips by Charizanne Rizon

11/04/2026

Confident that you know your history, culture, and heritage? Rise up to the challenge and join us for Trivia Night this coming April 13, 2026 at the Liberty Shrine and enjoy a special performance by the spectacular local band, HNT!

We will be bringing Gabii sa Kaalam to Lapu-lapu City and embark on a night encouraging the exchange of meaningful conversations and the relearning of our own stories under the stars.

📅 April 13, 2026 (Monday)
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 The Liberty Shrine, Lapu-Lapu City

Bring a team of 5 members and register through this link: https://forms.gle/9ZgYSKGpQugXCcmt5

Mayor Cindi King Chan

10/04/2026

Thank you Brgy. Basak Kap Jasmine "Daday" Chan for visiting the Lapu-Lapu Gallery’s interactive exhibit “Lamdag sa Lampakanay” of CIT-U 4th year Multimedia Arts students Elaira Rose Espra, Bridgette Marie Farinas and Hannah Isabel Navarra, this afternoon (April 10). The exhibit features the “lampakanay”, a sea grass that is usually found in abundance at Barangay Basak, Sudtonggan, Lapu-Lapu City. This stands as the source of livelihood for the residents of the barangay and their very own local artisans highlighting the local pride of craftsmanship, artistry and cultural heritage of Lapu-Lapu City.

The exhibit will run until April 25, 2026 so don’t miss your chance and opportunity of visiting the Lapu-Lapu Gallery from Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

09/04/2026

Actually, there’s so much more to do, so many stories to read, and so much to learn. We are just giving you a glimpse of what it's like to experience an interactive multimedia exhibit.

An interactive Lampakanay exhibit enriches learning by blending visuals, sound, and hands-on engagement, making culture more meaningful and memorable.

𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗽𝘂-𝗟𝗮𝗽𝘂 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘆
𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟴𝗮𝗺-𝟱𝗽𝗺

29/03/2026

LAMDAG SA LAMPAKANAY: A Multimedia Thesis Exhibit opens at the Lapu-Lapu Art Gallery and Cultural Hub!

Lampakanay, a name given to sea grass found in abundance at Barangay Basak, Sudtonggan, Lapu-Lapu City, is the source of livelihood for local artisans in communities within Babag and Basak. The thesis exhibition by graduating Multimedia-Arts students of the Cebu Institute of Technology University (CIT-U): Elaira Rose Espra, Brigiette Marie Farinas, and Hannah Isabel Navarra gives a rich dive into the craft, providing various informative materials like live demonstrations with the Hilbahan and Torsehan (rope-making machines), a 3D animated overview of its history and continued practice, an interactive tactile book, and physical resources and products of the rope itself.

The exhibit highlights the craft makers as the heart of the practice and as cultural bearers in Lapu-Lapu City.

Visit the Lapu-Lapu Art Gallery and Cultural Hub to experience the exhibit yourself and regain a new, profound appreciation for local craft!

The exhibit will be open from March 29–April 20, 2026.

Photos credited to Fatima Legara

29/03/2026

It’s finally happening — today’s the day. 🌾

We’d love to welcome you to the opening of 𝑳𝒂𝒎𝒅𝒂𝒈 𝒔𝒂 𝑳𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒚 at 4pm today!

Feel free to come in, immerse your senses, and just take in the space at your own pace. We made this with you in mind, and it truly means a lot to share this moment together.

See you later!

26/03/2026

23/03/2026

Who could have known that an often-overlooked semi-aquatic plant, which grows in the marshy areas of Lapu-Lapu, could create such utilitarian ropes, beautiful patterns, and weave communities together?

Join us on the 29th of March as we celebrate heritage and craftsmanship in the opening of Lamdag sa Lampakanay, a thesis graduate exhibit by Bachelor of Multimedia Arts Students from CIT-University.

This event is open for everyone and no entrance free worries! Let's discover the intricate process behind the crafts, the history of Lampakanay, and the stories of the artisans who made the cultural legacy alive and flourishing.