Textiles by Dr. Norma Respicio

October is Museums and Galleries month. During this month, the National Museum organizes various activities as its contribution to the celebration.

On the 22nd, also in celebration of the International Year of the Natural Fiber, a lecture on Philippine Textile will be delivered by Dr. Norma Respicio. The 4th Commemorative Lecture, which Director Corazon S. Alvina established as a mechanism for continuity, is an activity that highlights the unforgettable experiences and remarkable contributions of the National Museum's past leaders, is scheduled on the 29th, with former National Museum - Zoology Division Head Pedro C. Gonzales as speaker. Both lectures will be held at ten o'clock in the morning, Ablaza Hall, National Art Gallery, National Museum in Manila.

For more information and/or attendance confirmation, please call Ms. Rizza Salterio of the Museum Education Division at telefax number 5270278 or email museum.education.nm@gmail.com.