The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) opened an exhibit last August 11 in celebration of its 135th Founding Anniversary. The exhibit is located at the 2nd floor lobby of the NLP Building and is open for public viewing FOR FREE until the end of August.

Some of the most valuable materials from NLP’s Rare and Special Collections under the custody of the Filipiniana Division are featured in the exhibit, which includes the original manuscript and facsimile of Jose Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, De Molucis Insulis (the first book written on the Philippines after Magellan’s expedition), The Philippine Incunabula (printed works produced by the native press when printing in the country is still in its infancy), Philippine Insurgent Records, Acta de la Proclamacion de Independencia del Pueblo Filipino (Act of the Declaration of Philippine Independence), and many other important books, documents, and photographs that became valuable part of Philippine history, culture, and heritage.

The public is invited to visit the NLP and view the exhibit. (National Library of the Philippines)