Museo del Galeón in Pasay: An Educational Museum on Maritime Heritage Now Open at SM MOA

Museo del Galeón, a new immersive museum dedicated to maritime heritage, opened on May 1 at SM Mall of Asia in Pasay.

The non-profit educational institution explores the history of the galleon trade through interactive exhibits, large-scale installations, and historical displays, offering visitors a deeper look into one of the most significant chapters in Philippine and global maritime history.

At the heart of the museum is the Galeón Espíritu Santo, brought to life through immersive installations, including a nighttime experience where the ship comes alive beneath a sky of stars.

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Among the exhibitions visitors can explore is Returning to Manila: The Galleon Trade in Maps, which tells the story of one of the most fascinating episodes in history.

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Admission rates are Php 675 for adults, Php 375 for children above 2 feet, while children under 2 feet may enter free. Rates are also available at Php 375 for private school students and Php 275 for public school students and teachers, with discounted rates for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.

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The exhibition was mounted through collaboration with Instituto de Historia y Cultura Naval, Museo Naval, Archivo Histórico de la Armada Juan Sebastián Elcano, and Instituto Cervantes, together with the Embassy of Spain in Manila.

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Newest Permanent Gallery

Guests may also check out Museo del Galeón’s newest permanent gallery.

Gallery IV: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 carries the story into the present of how Filipinos made their mark on the sea for centuries, particularly the 176 galleons built in the Philippines out of the 181 recorded galleons that sailed the Manila-Acapulo.

Located at the second floor of the museum, the gallery includes immersive audiovisual displays into the world of Filipino seafarers and the maritime industries that connected the country’s islands to the world.

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Designed to benefit present and future generations, Museo del Galeón offers a new cultural destination in Pasay where visitors can engage with maritime history through immersive exhibits and educational experiences.