Induction of the Friends of Marikina Museums to assist in the continuance of Marikina city’s museums by way of fund raising and community projects.1. The Shoe Museum is the first of its kind in the Philippines and one of only a handful around the world. Housed in an artistically restored former rice mill (built circa 1860), this museum traces the history of the shoe industry in Marikina, the Philippines' shoe-making capital. Among the exhibits are the famous (or infamous) collection of 1,500 pairs that once belonged to Imelda Marcos. Other displays of historical value and human interest are shoes of former Philippine presidents and their first ladies. The museum is located at J. P. Rizal StreetMarikina 1800 Philippines, Tel +632 4309735. Open Hours at 8am-5pm Mon-Fri.
2. The Doll Museum, opened in 2003 and originally housed in Kapitan Moy Building , was conceptualized by Mayor Ma. Lourdes C. Fernando to showcase the history of Marikina, its culture, beliefs and traditions. The dolls portray the evolution and progress of Marikina as it is now…. A thriving economy with hard working, tenacious, and disciplined citizens.There are more than 500 papier-mache and resin dolls encased in 47 glass dioramas, highlighting the history of Marikina and the many facets of our cultural legacy – from our fondness for kinship, tradition, and gaiety to our distinctive celebration of milestones, family occasions, and festivals. The dolls were designed and made by renowned Filipino fashion designer Patis Tesoro in partnership with Guia Gomez. The dolls heads, hands and feet are made from resin and are all hand-painted. The clothes are made from locally produced fabric.The Doll Museum depicts the most significant aspects of Marikina’s transformation reminding us of our rich cultural heritage… from an agricultural past to an urbanized, industrial present as depicted by the bamboo in the City Seal.http://city.marikina.gov.ph/PAGES/dollmuseum.htm
3. The Christmas Belen Museum. The scene of Bethlehem is a profound reminder of how Christ chose to be born in poverty and in simplicity. The message of hope which the Belen Museum brings resonates with many people around the world. The Christmas season is celebrated in different ways around the world.First Belen of Mrs. Gigi Carlos purchased during her high school days in a Catholic Store in Tayuman.http://www.marikina.gov.ph/PAGES/belen/belenmuseum.htm
“The mystery of Bethlehem reveals itself in our spirits, becoming more fascinating the more we advance on the path of life, and the more we realize the magnitude of the mission we need to accomplish in this world, be it humble or noble, arduous or thankless.” …. Ma. Lourdes C. Fernando, Mayor, City of Marikina
4. Museum of Miniature Collections. Ms. Aleli Lourdes Salinas Vengua, an interior decorator, started her miniature collection as a hobby. As a child, she preferred smaller toys to big toys and would exchange her big toys for the smaller ones. Her love for smaller things got her started making miniature items for the interior of a rich man’s mansion. When she passed away, her daughter, Lara Vengua, lent her miniature collection to the Marikina City government for public viewing. The collection was opened for viewing to a select few on December 23, 2005, then opened to the public on January 20, 2006.The museum showcases about 60,000 miniature pieces to make 24 miniature rooms in glass cases, shadow boxes of a sari-sari store, artists studio, frames of various items like animals, hats, cups, musical instruments, and model houses with miniature interiors. They are made from various materials like glass, ceramic, plastic, and wood. Mrs. Vengua carefully planned, designed and patiently handcrafted the 24 rooms of a rich man’s mansion. The rest of the exhibit where either given or done with the help of her daughter, Lara, and her staff. Mrs. Vengua was a businesswoman, Arttraction Inc., manufacturing and selling novelty items, Christmas decors, miniatures, wedding giveaways and exports some of her products to Europe.http://www.marikina.gov.ph/PAGES/miniaturemuseum.htm
6. Disaster Preparedness Museum. The city government has some unique efforts to raise public awareness and disaster management and emergency preparedness. The city has established a Disaster Preparedness Education Center that features an Audio Visual/Training Room, a small disaster management museum, and a disaster management library for children and adults.
5. Health Museum (opening soon)
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