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Life & Art: How 3 of the Most Iconic Filipino artists came to be
Art has always been a part of one’s culture. As artistic expression paves way for the discussion of one’s thoughts, feelings, traditions, and beliefs, it’s no wonder that an artwork can provide a lot of information to one’s own history.
Late Filipina Civil Rights Leader, “Tita” Alice Bulos, Honored with Memorial Highway in Daly City
A portion of State Route 35 was dedicated in Daly City in the Bay Area and a sign commemorating Alice Pena Bulos has been erected announcing the Alice Peña Bulos Memorial Highway. She was known as the “Grandmother of Filipino-American Politics.”
Filipino-American Artist Camille Hoffman's “See and Missed” at San Luis Obispo Museum of Art
Filipino-American Camille Hoffman's new exhibition “See and Missed” at San Luis Obispo Museum of Art…a celebrated experience but complicated conversation about Filipino American identity in which Hoffman told the Los Angeles Times “is very tied to moving across water and across many lands but never fully situated in one place."
SFO Museum Exhibit Highlights Filipino Textiles in "From Pineapple to Piña"
SFO Museum’s exhibit- is an homage to Filipino heritage’s Piña textiles- a woven fabric and lace made from the fibers of our beloved pineapple plant.
The Origins of Arnis
Arnis is the national martial arts of the Philippines. It is a weapon based fighting discipline that uses sticks, knives and other weapons.
Philippines Independence Day History Quick Facts
After years of colonization from Spain, later the occupation from the US and Japan, the Independence of the Philippines is something to be truly celebrated.
Origin of the Tinikling Dance
Tinikling is a traditional folk dance in the Philippines that has risen in popularity in the US and Canada for its unique dance and ensemble.
The FIESTAS Of The Philippines
The culturally rich, Philippines, has over 100 festivals annually. We listed down a few of the many festivals in the Philippines that you can enjoy in your next trip.
Tagalog Loan Words from Other Asian Languages
The Philippines has been rich in culture and language even before pre-colonial age. With a booming in trade with its neighboring countries, language in the are has evolved and shared words that would later still be used today.
We listed some loan words from other Asian languages that are used in modern Tagalog.
How The Philippines Stood Up Against Hitler and Saved Over 1,200 Jewish Refugees
During World War 2 as Hitler’s military campaign ravaged Germany and Europe. Jewish refugees had nowhere to go as most countries had their borders closed to avoid conflict as the war worsens. A Filipino President fought for them to give them a new home.
The Debated origins of the Balisong AKA The “Butterfly Knife”
Balisong or better known today as the butterfly knife is popularized by modern media in forms of movies, tv shows, and video games. There are 2 prevailing theories on the origin of the Balisong; Philippine Origin, or French/European Origin.
Filipino Street Games for your next party
When you are done eating lumpia and are looking to play games with your friends at your next party, try these uniquely Filipino street games. Bring on the fun and excitement as well as sharing a little culture with your group.
Origin of the Filipino American Nurse
Nursing has been a staple of the Filipino identity for decades and the Philippines happens to be a leading exporter of nurses for the United States! Filipino nurses in the American healthcare system has become a norm for almost all Americans but how did this come to be and why the Philippines? The answer to this question is obscure but can be traced with a series of historical events, starting with the colonization of the Philippines by the United States.
Lifting Up Pinay Youth in the Arts
Many of us in the Filipino-American community are first or second generation, we are raised to believe that the best we can strive for is to become imported labor. Growing up it wasn’t always clear what my path was going to be, mostly because no one in my family pursued a creative career to set that example for me.
The Rise of Brand Activism
Brands thrive off of the idea that you as a consumer will see them as a human being, a friendly face, and a person you can trust. The truth is, maybe a brand is like a friend; a friend who only comes around when you’re fully employed with disposable income to ask you for some cold hard cash.
Asian Americans and Hip Hop Dance: The Choreo Culture
For the past couple decades, young Asian Americans have built a culture within their communities and a sense of belonging through hip hop dance. Today, dance has slowly started to become something of a common hobby just like beloved sports: basketball and football. Many of these teams formed through a school campus and the school year would normally act as the dance season amongst these social groups and communities. But how did this all come to fruition?
A Tale of Two Tabos: What Assimilation Looks Like As a 2nd Generation Filipino-American
Growing up with immigrant parents can be one of the most interesting yet odd experiences. From my own life, my parents would weave in Tagalog with their English anytime there wasn’t an English word that translated well. The perfect, yet somewhat strange example, is the tabo. I’ve never had so much difficulty explaining something from the Philippines more than the tabo.