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The wellspring of Patrick Flores's attentive seeing of art is as much in the mind as it is in the eye. When reading him we behold thoughts taking shape on the printed page; words, phrases, sentences, and punctuation marks are sensed as settling into forms, palpably, when writing on art. When reading these interpretive meditations,…
Explore Event: Sensible Forms: Essays by Patrick Flores
Step into the heart of the Philippines at the Stand Reception, a gathering of friends, authors, and partners from around the world. Celebrate with us as we share stories, flavors, and the vibrant spirit of Philippine creativity, all in one welcoming space that feels like home.
Explore Event: Philippine Stand Reception
In 1887, Dr. José Rizal donated a collection of ethnographic objects to the Ethnologisches Museum in Berlin, reflecting his deep engagement with the cultural and scientific environment of his time. Supported by the Office of Senator Loren Legarda, this project brings these objects to light through a collaborative study, examining their origins, materiality, and historical…
Explore Event: Connecting and Collecting: Launch of the Rizal Ethnographic Objects in Germany in a Digital Exhibition at the Country Stand of the Philippines

This is to celebrate the two new works that highlight the richness of Philippine stories. With humor, reflection, and hope at their core, these new books open conversations on identity, resilience, and the everyday experiences that shape us.
Explore Event: Book Launching: Fr. Wilmer Joseph Tria’s Pinoy or Finoy: Funny and Punny Stories on Decolonization, and Alexandra Amanda Madrigal Eduque’s Consuelo: Stories of Hope

Through stories, insights, and encounters with his work, the talk offers an intimate look at Onib’s vision and legacy, while also exploring how art shapes and transforms the lives of those who experience it. It is both a tribute and a dialogue—between artist and audience, memory and meaning.
Explore Event: Onib and Me: Between the Canvas and the Soul
Get ready to fangirl, laugh, and swoon — this talk is all about the kilig moments that make Filipino love stories so extra. We’re breaking down what makes hearts race, texts linger, and love stories totally iconic. Come through, feel the vibes, and spill some tea on love, Filipino style.
Explore Event: Feel the Kilig: A Conversation on Filipino Romance
Celebrate the bold, brilliant women shaping Philippine literature. This event highlights authors, publishers, and creators who are breaking barriers, telling powerful stories, and leaving their mark on the literary scene. It’s a space to honor persistence, creativity, and the unstoppable spirit of women in books — because they don’t just write, they slay.
Explore Event: She Publishes, She Persists, She Slays: Philippine Books
Experience the vibrant world of Filipino comics come alive on the page. In this dynamic session, artists draw in real time — blending imagination, humor, and storytelling traditions that have made comics a beloved part of Philippine culture. Audiences are invited to witness the creative process up close, where every line and sketch unfolds into…
Explore Event: Filipino Komiks: Live Drawing

