The Negros Museum
The Negros Museum
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BHH2
Greendale, WI1,491 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
I felt this museum was far better than the average score I see on Trip Advisor. Yes, it is small but they absolutely make the most of the space they have, which is a beautiful old building.
What I thought this museum did incredibly well was provide background for the work of the artists on display. This helped me not only understand the context for the pieces, but also led to a deeper understanding of the culture of the Philippines and Bacolod/Negros Island.
I found the photography display of Angela Silva’s work incredibly moving, especially “Shadow Mothers” which helps the viewer connect emotionally to the role of the Yaya in Filipino culture.
I went from there to the much lighter work of Jo Anne Coruna, which is a series of drawings and writings about her garden inside the city. It is an effort to understand man’s place in the natural world and incredibly well done. When viewing allow yourself to take the time to read the small notes that she has written in many of the drawings. Again, a great connection to the local culture as cities like Bacolod grow and spread and try to find balance with the nature they are over running.
I also loved the display of a Bao near the entrance. This ancient tool used to process sugar cane powered by a caribou walking in circles is almost the same tool I saw my uncles use to process molasses in rural Kentucky in the early 1970s. The only difference is theirs was powered by a mule. It helped to drive home that while there are great cultural differences from one side of the globe to another, the hard work and perseverance of the working class and farmers is incredibly similar.
The staff at the museum was friendly and helpful. If you have a driver they can drop you in front and there is a small parking area where they can await your exit. However, the Museum is an easy walk from the lagoon if you happen to go for a walk in that beautiful park. The cost of admission is about $2 USD.
To sum it up, I have had the opportunity to visit the Louvre, the Guggenheim, the best museums in Budapest and London...my wife was a Fine Arts major and the National Gallery in Washington DC was one of the stops on our honeymoon. No, in terms of the size and the value of the collection, this little museum in Bacolod certainly cannot be compared, but there is one thing they do even better than the great ones; they use the displayed art to connect you to their culture, to let you know more about them as a people, to tell their story. That is an amazing gift to give their visitors and one I am truly grateful for.
What I thought this museum did incredibly well was provide background for the work of the artists on display. This helped me not only understand the context for the pieces, but also led to a deeper understanding of the culture of the Philippines and Bacolod/Negros Island.
I found the photography display of Angela Silva’s work incredibly moving, especially “Shadow Mothers” which helps the viewer connect emotionally to the role of the Yaya in Filipino culture.
I went from there to the much lighter work of Jo Anne Coruna, which is a series of drawings and writings about her garden inside the city. It is an effort to understand man’s place in the natural world and incredibly well done. When viewing allow yourself to take the time to read the small notes that she has written in many of the drawings. Again, a great connection to the local culture as cities like Bacolod grow and spread and try to find balance with the nature they are over running.
I also loved the display of a Bao near the entrance. This ancient tool used to process sugar cane powered by a caribou walking in circles is almost the same tool I saw my uncles use to process molasses in rural Kentucky in the early 1970s. The only difference is theirs was powered by a mule. It helped to drive home that while there are great cultural differences from one side of the globe to another, the hard work and perseverance of the working class and farmers is incredibly similar.
The staff at the museum was friendly and helpful. If you have a driver they can drop you in front and there is a small parking area where they can await your exit. However, the Museum is an easy walk from the lagoon if you happen to go for a walk in that beautiful park. The cost of admission is about $2 USD.
To sum it up, I have had the opportunity to visit the Louvre, the Guggenheim, the best museums in Budapest and London...my wife was a Fine Arts major and the National Gallery in Washington DC was one of the stops on our honeymoon. No, in terms of the size and the value of the collection, this little museum in Bacolod certainly cannot be compared, but there is one thing they do even better than the great ones; they use the displayed art to connect you to their culture, to let you know more about them as a people, to tell their story. That is an amazing gift to give their visitors and one I am truly grateful for.
Written February 15, 2020
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isabelodelosreyes67
Bacolod, Philippines22 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
A History with the Culture and Traditions of Negrense in Negros Occidental, Philippines from Spanish Era, American and Japanese Occupation up to present where in the Negros Museum is very educational from learning and knowing the local history of our province.
Written January 15, 2019
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Lukewatsero
Philippines250 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
We were disappointed that the Museum was closed when we try to visit it. We went there Sunday morning, very excited and expecting to go inside as the tarp outside states that the Museum is open 9AM to 6PM (SUNDAY). But the guard said that they already changed the schedule from Tuesday –Sunday to Monday-Saturday. Quite disappointing yet we have fun taking photos to the nearby Provincial Capitol and its Huge Lagoon.
Written June 17, 2014
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Runel Zeth R
Wolverhampton, UK61 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
If you want to visit Bacolod city better try visiting the negros museum. because you will really learn how bacolod or negros improve or change. the history behing the bacolod city and the things that are really important in the city.
Written December 17, 2013
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jajavalB
Lampang, Thailand3,938 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
To know and learn how this sugarcane city thriving up in the past till crasn of its sugay industry, I recommend this museum.white colonial styled building with permanent exhibition on ground floor,most old maps, land plano ,some artefacts, archives of old photos of the city and famous locals, big events. Don't miss JJ toy gallery on the way to comfort room,asking the staff to open the hidden gem gallery, photos are not allowed but I was inspired by global collections of toys. On the sevon floor , it's temporary exhibtion , themed " refining sugarlzndia" . It's quite interesting and worths visiting.
Written October 21, 2018
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Bujoy A
63 contributions
Mar 2016 • Solo
I went here last March. Paid P100 for entrance fee. I am not a fan of museum actually but I was amazed with the display. I gained more knowledge about my mother's hometown. The antique equiptment used for making muscovado, the iron dinosaur (train), paintings and so on. The museum is well maintained and clean! Kudos!
Written June 15, 2016
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Lcar89
Dasmarinas City, Philippines150 contributions
Oct 2013 • Couples
Every time we go to a new place, we always make sure to visit the local museum. This place is a must but keep in mind that some facts are not available for you when you go there. We got lucky that when we visited this place, a museum attendant was there and gladly walked us through the history behind and all thing inside.
Also, there is an entrance fee to this place and consider it a kind donation to maintain such place.
Also, there is an entrance fee to this place and consider it a kind donation to maintain such place.
Written September 9, 2014
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dockrispy
manila41 contributions
May 2012 • Friends
the Negros Museum is located near the lagoon and capitol building. The entrance fee was P50. Lucky for us because there was a tour guide. He told us about the landed hacienderos, how the sugar is being processed, the Amorsolo paintings, and he showed us the toy collections of one of the hacienderos in Bacolod. If you wanted to know something about the city/place, i guess, visiting the museum is a good option.
The negative thing that we noted was the leak on the ceiling on the 2nd floor. i hope the local govt will provide some funds for the building renovation.
oh by the way, i forgot to mention about the cafe that is located beside the museum. you can have a freshly-squeezed orange juice there after your tour in the museum.
The negative thing that we noted was the leak on the ceiling on the 2nd floor. i hope the local govt will provide some funds for the building renovation.
oh by the way, i forgot to mention about the cafe that is located beside the museum. you can have a freshly-squeezed orange juice there after your tour in the museum.
Written May 15, 2012
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Liza W
Hove, UK22 contributions
Jan 2012 • Couples
We arrived when the staff told us they were having a two-hour lunch! They took our money anyway and let us get on with it but failed to tell us that the main part of the museum was shut with a simple sign that read 'this part is closed, sorry for the inconvenience' which was really helpful. There was little to see otherwise although some moderately interesting history cards to read. Don't rush.
Written January 26, 2012
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shelob
Manila, Philippines274 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
A must visit for a quick overview of Negros and its culture.
Great contemporary art!!!
The artists who created the place showed their deep love for the region.
the toy collection was cute.
Great contemporary art!!!
The artists who created the place showed their deep love for the region.
the toy collection was cute.
Written October 30, 2018
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