Museo ng Republika ng 1899 — Attraction in Malolos

Museo ng Republika ng 1899 at Barasoain Church in Malolos is a hidden gem that anyone interested in Philippine history should visit. It’s small, but it’s packed with so much information about the First Philippine Republic that it’s easy to spend hours exploring the exhibits.

As soon as you step inside, you’re greeted with a sense of significance—this is where the Malolos Congress was held, and where the first constitution of the Philippines was drafted and ratified. The church itself is already steeped in history, and the museum builds on that, offering a close-up look at the events and people who played key roles in the fight for independence.

The exhibits are really well put together. You’ll find everything from original documents and artifacts to replicas of weapons and clothing from the period. The dioramas are particularly cool, giving you a snapshot of what life was like back then. I also appreciated the multimedia presentations—they’re engaging and help make the history feel alive and relevant, even today.

One thing I would have liked to see more of is space. The museum is compact, and during busy times, it can feel a bit crowded. Also, most of the information is in Filipino, which might be tricky for non-Filipino speakers, but that’s a minor thing considering the overall experience.

If you’re in Malolos or even just passing through Bulacan, this museum is definitely worth a visit. It’s a powerful reminder of the country’s struggle for freedom and the people who made it happen. Even with its small size, it leaves...

When visiting Barasoin Church, it is almost a must to visit the museum that is just right beside the church itself. As a place of Philippine history, it is able to show it pretty well.

Pricing: None. Just bring ID to be safe.

Experience: The museum really doubles as a museum of the First Philippine Republic and as a museum of the church itself. While its main takeaway is the displays talking about the history of the First Philippine Republic, there is also a section dedicated to showing the displays relating to the church and Christianity overall in that place. Highly recommended in every place you have probably searched and I...

The experience is rather limited. Save for the big tableau with the Malolos Constitution signatories, there's really little in the way of getting a legitimate museum feel. The place also lacks artifacts. It is full of infographics, maybe a bit too much.

Overall a good little side trip when visiting the historic Barasoain Church, but not a...