National Museum of Fine Arts, Philippines
Ralph Harrington Doane; Antonio Toledo; Juan Arellano · Manila, Philippines · 1926
The National Museum of Fine Arts occupies a former legislative building with a monumental columned façade. Its formal plan and ceremonial spaces reflect the civic ambitions of early twentieth-century Manila. The museum conversion allows historic governmental interiors to become part of a public cultural experience. Visiting: General admission to the National Museum of the Philippines is free. Groups may need advance booking and visitor identification is required.