Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum

10/04/2026

Today, we celebrate the birth of Benedicto Cabrera, better known as "𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐂𝐚𝐛."

A graduate of the University of the Philippines College of Fine Arts, Cabrera rose to prominence as a painter and printmaker, with works exhibited throughout the Philippines, Asia, Europe, and the United States. He is best known for his 'Sabel' series, where his masterful use of drapery and movement turned a displaced scavenger into an iconic representation of the Filipino identity and human resilience. In recognition of his contributions to Philippine art, he received the Gawad CCP Para sa Sining in 1992 and the National Artist of the Philippines for Visual Arts in 2006.

In 2009, he established the BenCab Museum in Baguio City, a space dedicated to preserving and showcasing Cordillera indigenous art alongside contemporary Philippine works.

Through his art and cultural advocacy, BenCab continues to shape the country’s artistic and cultural landscape.

References:
National Artist. BenCab Museum. (n.d.). https://bencabmuseum.org/national-artist/
Benedicto Cabrera (BenCab). Gajah Gallery. (n.d.). https://gajahgallery.com/artist/benedicto-cabrera/

09/04/2026

Ngayong 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐰 𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧, ginugunita ng Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum ang tapang, paninindigan, at dangal ng ating mga bayaning lumaban para sa kalayaan at bayan.

Ang kanilang laban ay hindi nagtatapos sa kasaysayan, ito’y nagpapatuloy sa ating mga gawa at paninindigan sa kasalukuyan.

Makibaka nang may dangal. Manindigan para sa bayan.

08/04/2026

📌𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘📌

As part of the University’s energy conservation measures, the Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum will implement a 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤-𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦-𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 (𝐖𝐅𝐇) 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 every 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝟏𝟎 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙚:
𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 — 𝐎𝐧-𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞
𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 — 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤-𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦-𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞

All personnel are expected to remain reachable during official working hours and ensure the timely completion of assigned tasks.
This arrangement shall remain in effect until further notice.

For any urgent concerns, please contact us via email at [email protected].

07/04/2026

📌𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘📌

In observance of 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐰 𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 (𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐫), the Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum will be 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 on 𝟎𝟗 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲).

We join the nation in honoring the courage and sacrifice of the Filipino heroes who fought for our freedom.

Regular office operations will 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 on 𝟏𝟑 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲).

For any urgent concerns, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via email at [email protected].

01/04/2026

In observance of the Lenten season, the Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum will be 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 from 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐 𝐭𝐨 𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. We wish everyone a meaningful and peaceful break.

Artwork: The Crucifix
Artist: Napoleon Abueva
Image Source: Bulwagan ng Dangal Photos Collection

30/03/2026

Today, we celebrate the birthday of Filipino social realist artist Renato Habulan.

Born in 1953 and raised in a working-class family in Tondo, Habulan developed an early awareness of the struggles of workers and marginalized communities. He graduated from the University of the East School of Fine Arts in 1976 and became a founding member of Kaisahan, a collective of socially committed artists.

A key figure in Philippine social realism during the 1970s and 1980s, Habulan is recognized as one of the notable painters of the Marcos era. His works portray laborers, farmers, and the urban poor, reflecting both hardship and collective strength. He is also an active member of the Concerned Artists of the Philippines, engaging in community-based art initiatives.

In the collection of the Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum is his work Portrait of Professor Steve Villaruz (2005), an 𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢 oil on canvas measuring 71.9 × 57.1 cm.

Through his art, Habulan continues to give voice to the struggles and aspirations of the Filipino people.



References:
Kagampan (Fullness of Time). ROOTS. (n.d.). https://www.roots.gov.sg/Collection-Landing/listing/1078552
Loob: Renato Habulan and Alfredo Esquillo. Jorge B. Vargas Museum and Filipiniana Research Center. (2014, July 18). https://vargasmuseum.wordpress.com/2014/07/18/loob-renato-habulan-and-alfredo-esquillo-on-july-22/

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30/03/2026

Following Memo No. PAJ 26-05 by the Office of the UP President, please be advised that our 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 on a 𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐟-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 on 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, and will be 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 on 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐–𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, in observance of Holy Week.

For urgent concerns, kindly email us at [email protected]

29/03/2026

Today, we celebrate the birthday of multi-awarded Filipino artist Jonahmar Salvosa.

Born 1953 in Calabanga, Camarines Sur, Salvosa is the son of Consorcia Aguilar and Amaro Salvosa. His father, who studied under Fernando Amorsolo at the University of the Philippines (UP) School (now College) of Fine Arts, provided an early exposure in art. Later, Jonahmar likewise enrolled at the UP CFA.

As early as 1961, Jonahmar won an art contest at the University of Nueva Caceres in Naga City. This foreshadowed his aptitude in both watercolor and on-the-spot painting competitions. He has since received at least 32 more awards and recognitions. Among these include the grand prize in the First Filipino Saint Art Competition for Lorenzo Ruiz: First Filipino Saint. The 1978 painting was later presented to Pope John Paul II and is now part of the Vatican Museum collection. In 2009, he garnered the main prize at the Freedom to Create Prize in London. During the celebration of National Arts Month in 2021, he was conferred Gawad Bagong Biswal by the NCCA National Committee on Visual Arts. Salvosa has held at least 28 solo shows, participated in 61 group exhibitions, and eight international shows. He is the president of Agos Kulay Manila, the Watercolor Society of Manila founded in 1992.

With influences from Western Italian Renaissance and Asian Zen Buddhism, styles ranging from modern abstract to classical figuration, and subjects covering breastfeeding Filipinas to Philippine history, Salvosa typifies the eclectic artist. In the collection of the Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum are his works Dumating Na (2000), My Guardian Angel (2007), Female Ballerina (2014), and a cruciform metal sculpture (n.d.). All demonstrate his proficiency in various media as well as his concerns with the environment, women, and spirituality.



References:
“Art Colored With Social Causes | Jonahmar Aguilar Salvosa.” Dateline Ibalon, 04 April 2024. https://dateline-ibalon.com/2024/04/art-colored-with-social-causes-jonahmar-aguilar-salvosa/.
Jonahmar Salvosa. “Jonahmar Salvosa,” n.d. https://jonahsalvosa.wordpress.com/.
Guillermo, Alice G. and Kristine A. Vinuya. “Salvosa, Jonah.” Visual Arts. Vol. 5 of CCP Philippine Encyclopedia of Philippine Art. Manila: Cultural Center of the Philippines, 2017.

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak from the Bulwagan ng Dangal University Heritage Museum! 🌙✨

May this meaningful celebration inspire reflection, gratitude, and unity among all communities.