Iglesia ni Cristo Museum (Quezon City)

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Iglesia ni Cristo Museum
Former name
Iglesia ni Cristo Museum and Gallery
Established1984 (1984)
Location25 Central Avenue, New Era , Quezon City, Philippines
Type Ecclesiastical museum
CuratorBro. Cornelio Cortez, Jr.
Owner Felix Y. Manalo Foundation
Building details
General information
InauguratedAugust 26, 2019 (in current museum building)
Technical details
Floor count5
Design and construction
Architect(s) Francisco Mañosa

The Iglesia ni Cristo Museum is an ecclesiastical museum located in Quezon City and is owned and operated by the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC). Located in a building Inaugurated in 2019, it is formerly located in the basement of the INC Central Temple. It features the history of the denomination and memorabilia of its founders. [1]

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History

The basement of INC Central Temple, the primary house of worship of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC), used to host a museum dedicated to the Christian indigenous denomination. The museum first opened in 1984. However due to lack of space, the museum was transferred to its own building. [2]

The INC Museum was inaugurated on August 26, 2019 by INC Executive Minister Eduardo V. Manalo [3] The concept for the museum took at least eight years to realize from the storyboard stage. [4]

Facilities

Building

The current museum is hosted in a five-storey building with a total floor area of 46,098.54 square meters (496,200.6 sq ft). [3] The building was designed by Filipino architect Francisco Mañosa who is recognized as a National Artist of the Philippines. [3]

Its facade has a signage which says "INC 1914", the initials of Iglesia ni Cristo and its foundation year. The facility also has a building management system which regulates lighting and other utilities. [4]

Exhibits

The INC museum exhibits paintings, sculptures and other works of art depicting the beliefs and history of the Iglesia ni Cristo (Church Of Christ). Among its features are an interactive globe which showcase the location of the denomination' houses of worship. Walkalators are also installed for the museum's visitors. It also has a children's museum. The museum is open to both members and non-members of the Church Of Christ. [4]

Management

The INC Museum has direct relations to the Iglesia ni Cristo. In itself it is a non-profit cultural and educational institution. The Felix Y. Manalo Foundation which serves as the religious group's socio-cultural arm operates and manages the museum. [4]

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References

  1. "Museums". Quezon City Official Website. Local Government of Quezon City. Retrieved July 28, 2015.
  2. "New state-of-the-art Iglesia Ni Cristo Museum opens to the public; INC Executive Minister leads its inauguration". Eagle News. August 31, 2019. Retrieved January 12, 2021.
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