Legislative Library, Archives and Museum - House of Representatives

23/05/2026

20/05/2026

18/05/2026

This International Museum Day, THE HOUSE Legislative Museum joins museums around the world in celebrating the power of museums as spaces of learning, reflection, culture, and public service.

More than preserving artifacts and records, museums safeguard the stories that shape nations and connect generations. At THE HOUSE Legislative Museum, every gallery and collection reflects the journey of Philippine democracy, the evolution of legislation, and the enduring voice of the Filipino people.

As we celebrate International Museum Day, we reaffirm our commitment to preserving legislative heritage, promoting civic education, and bringing the history of Congress closer to every Filipino.

Museums do not simply preserve the past. They help society understand the present and inspire the future.

14/05/2026

Stay ahead of the headlines! 📰📢

Whether it’s the latest developments in the House impeachment proceedings, breaking news from the Senate, or deep dives into the country’s record-breaking energy demand and the CPBRD’s analysis of the debt-to-GDP ratio—we’ve got you covered.

The Legislative Library offers you premium access to PressReader, putting thousands of global and local titles right at your fingertips.

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06/05/2026

‎A bearer of authority. A guardian of order. A silent witness to nation-building.
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‎This mace, used during the 1986 Constitutional Commission led in part by Justice Cecilia A. Muñoz Palma, marks a turning point in Philippine History. It stood at the center of deliberations that shaped the 1987 Constitution and restored democratic institutions.
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‎At THE HOUSE Legislative Museum, this artifact connects you to the making of the Constitution that continues to uphold the rights and freedoms of the Filipino people. It reflects how institutions evolve and how law becomes the foundation of nation-building.

Explore the stories behind the symbols that shaped our democracy.

06/05/2026

𝑨 𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒎 𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒏𝒆𝒘𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝑳𝑰𝑹𝑴𝑫 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒈𝒖𝒆𝒔!
Today, the Legislative Information Resources Management Department conducted an orientation for its newly hired employees, introducing them to the Department’s mandate, services, and key work processes as they begin their journey in supporting the legislative information needs of the House of Representatives.

21/04/2026

The chest that protected the 1935 Constitution holds more than a document. It holds a turning point in our history.

Crafted in fine steel with gold details and designed by Manuel Beristain y Bengoechea, this piece marked the inauguration of the Philippine Commonwealth in 1935. Its design reflects Renaissance craftsmanship. Its meaning reflects a nation finding its voice.

Inside it was a Constitution written by Filipinos, for Filipinos. A clear step toward self-governance after decades of struggle since 1898.

At THE HOUSE Legislative Museum, this artifact shows how law, identity, and independence connect. It reminds you that every law begins with a vision, and every vision shapes the nation.

21/04/2026

Library, ano, tara?

Check out the list of new library books here 👉👉 https://librarynewacquisitionsbulletin.wordpress.com/category/2026/volume-7-no-1/