House of the Philippines - San Diego, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member denben
N 32° 43.732 W 117° 09.136
11S E 485732 N 3621240
The House of the Philippines is located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in California.
Waymark Code: WM10CNH
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 04/14/2019
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member pmaupin
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The House of the Philippines is part of the House of Pacific Relations International Cottages, a complex of cottages built for the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition. The complex currently house 33 groups that "promote multicultural goodwill and understanding through educational and cultural programs".

The House of the Philippines is a place to learn about the history, culture and people of the Philippines.

Filipino authors, musicians, psychologists, and TV chefs give presentations, in monthly events.

Hands-on learning experience on Filipino crafts such as the Christmas parol (traditional Philippine lantern) and art and ancient alphabet classes, are given monthly.

Sources: (visit link) and (visit link)
Original Name of Structure (during fair): House of the Philippines

Current Name of Structure: House of the Philippines

Architect/Designer: Richard Requa

Fair Name: California International Exposition

Location: San Diego, CA

Year of Fair: 1935

Theme of Fair: Arts, science, industry, progress and beauty

Website Proof: [Web Link]

Website Reference: Not listed

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