National Historical Commission of the Philippines

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) is a government agency responsible for preserving and promoting the country's historical heritage. NHCP has recently declared a modified Duterte flag illegal, emphasizing the importance of respecting national symbols. The commission also collaborates with other organizations to restore and document historical sites across the Philippines.

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Last updated at August 5, 2025.

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Archdiocese closes historic Ozamis church over spat in holy water

The Archdiocese of Ozamis indefinitely closed the Parish Church of St. John the Baptist in Jimenez, Misamis Occidental, after an individual reportedly spat into its holy water font on August 3.
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Philippine officials debunk 'Zheng He Island' claim for Palawan

Posts circulating on Chinese social media platforms claim that Palawan was named 'Zheng He Island' after the Chinese explorer, but historian Xiao Chua and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) say these claims are inaccurate.
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Samar launches campaign to conserve Spanish-era defense structures with USD245K grant

The Samar provincial government launched a campaign to conserve defense structures built during the Spanish colonization with support from the University of Santo Tomas Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (UST-CCCPET).
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Burauen opens restored park honoring Norberto Romualdez Sr.

The local government in Burauen, Leyte officially opened a renovated park on Friday to honor President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s grand uncle, Norberto Romualdez Sr., who was born and played a significant role in enriching local literature.
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Fire destroys two heritage buildings in Iloilo City

A nine-hour fire destroyed two heritage buildings within the Cultural Heritage Tourism Zone in downtown Iloilo City on Friday night.
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Filipinos mark EDSA People Power Revolution anniversary

Filipinos observed the 38th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on Sunday in various parts of Metro Manila and Cebu.
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Marcos celebrates 125th anniversary of First Philippine Republic at Barasoain

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. celebrated the 125th anniversary of the First Philippine Republic at Barasoain Church in Malolos, Bulacan on a significant day for the nation's history and democracy.
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Marcos declares Decade of Philippine History from 2023 to 2033

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared 2023 to 2033 as the 'Dekada ng Kasaysayan ng Pilipinas' or Decade of Philippine History.
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Marcos creates committee for 650th Islamic presence anniversary

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has established a steering committee to commemorate the 650th anniversary of Islamic presence in the Philippines.
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NHCP revises Juan Luna's birthdate to Oct. 25

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) has revised Juan Luna's birthdate to October 25, 1857.
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