Here's what you can expect at the Tandang Sora Women's Museum in QC

This month, admission is free for all as part of celebrating Arts Month and Women's Month. For QC residents, Persons With Disability (PWDs) and Senior Citizens, entrance is free, but presenting your valid ID is required. 

Starting in April, non-QC residents can still visit for a P50 entrance fee. Walk-ins are also welcome. 

In an interview with PhilSTAR L!fe, Doy Dela Cruz, the senior tour guide of the Quezon City Tourism Department, said that more than 100 visitors have visited the museum every day since it opened to the public on Feb. 19. 

Whether you're a history buff, an art lover, or simply someone eager to learn more about the power of women in history, this museum is an essential stop. Here's what you can experience when you step inside this unique museum. 

Tribute to Tandang Sora

Museumgoers can also be enlightened by a powerful tribute to Melchora Aquino de Ramos, often called the "Ina ng Katipunan at Himagsikan."

Known for her selfless acts of kindness and bravery in providing aid to Katipunan rebels, Tandang Sora's legacy is woven through the entire museum. 

The exhibits explore her life and highlight her extraordinary courage in helping the revolutionaries despite her many challenges. You'll learn about her pivotal role in the fight for independence, her unwavering loyalty to her country, and her nurturing spirit that earned her the nation's admiration.

Moreover, this section features some of the memorabilia and kitchen utensils she used during her time in the Katipunan. 

Isip at Gawa section

The museum houses several interactive exhibits detailing Filipino women's contributions to the nation's struggle for independence. These displays feature revolutionary figures like Tandang Sora and unsung heroines whose stories have been overlooked in traditional historical narratives.

Visitors can engage with the stories of women who fought in wars, led communities, and persevered through societal constraints through visual art, archival photos, and multimedia presentations.

HERstorical Philippine Timeline

Want to know more about women's roles in leadership, peacebuilding, and revolution in the country? 

This section highlights the profound influence of women across various fields, from the Babaylan of ancient times to the modern-day advocates shaping society. It showcases the lives and legacies of women who have broken barriers and paved the way for today's trailblazers in politics, the arts, science, media, entertainment, and beyond.

Women in Action

Meanwhile, this section highlights a gallery that showcases some materials from feminist movements, including the Pis Syabit, a traditional cloth tapestry worn as a head covering by the Tausug of Jolo, Sulu. 

On the other hand, a "Sino Sila" exhibit showcased different iconic women across generations in various fields. These include the late veteran actress Gloria Romero, beauty queens like Catriona Gray, Gloria Diaz, and Pia Wurtzbach, and Broadway diva Lea Salonga. 

Other features

Visitors can learn herstory through audio-visual sections, multimedia displays, and books about women's history in the country.

According to Dela Cruz, a lactation room and an elevator for PWD visitors are underway to cater to other museumgoers.  

Tandang Sora Women's Museum is located at Tandang Sora National Shrine, Banlat Road, Quezon City. It opens from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Tuesday to Sunday.