Museo nina Marcela Mariño at Felipe Agoncillo — Attraction in Taal

We received a warm welcome from the security guard who turned on the air conditioning and all the lights even though only my mom and I were initially the guests and it's near closing time, too. We also learned a lot from him as he also served as our guide. I love the home of Lola Celay, it perfectly symbolizes her simplicity and humility above her skill and creativity. She and her husband Don Felipe's contribution to the Philippine Independence is not one of bloodshed and warfare but it is an EQUALLY GREAT sacrifice that many of us today can relate to better than the warriors and politicians. They were simple folk who loved their Motherland and gave up the pleasures, luxury and comfort of being wealthy to reach out to fellow Filipinos and defended the rights of the downtrodden and oppressed. Notwithstanding it's majestic wonders of nature, Taal is also made memorable and heartwarming by its history and the Taaleños who were part of them that you will fall in love with the town more and more with every...

First time visiting and really enjoyed it! The museum is well-maintained, and the layout of the artifacts and info boards is easy to follow. You start with a short documentary, then the guide takes you through the rooms upstairs. There are also a few fun puzzles to try along the way.

At the end, you can grab unique souvenirs like balisong keychains and knife pens. Outside, there’s a nice statue of Marcela Mariño with the Philippine flag. Worth a visit if you’re...

One of the most underrated women in history, regarded only as one of the women assigned to sew the Philippine flag, this place offers amazing revelations about this wonderful individual---intelligent, talented and patriotic, and A SCHOLASTICAN. If you want to prove how women can actually be more than the stereotype, this museum is the place to see in...