Museo Dabawenyo is a City Government of Davao facility and is being run in collaboration with the private sector. it is a “”peoples’ museum”” and its programs are geared towards better historical and cultural awareness, understanding and integration.

The museum is housed in an old structure that has stood countless developments of Davao City. For a long time, the structure was ignored by many as they just pass through the street facing it. After its renovation and transformation into a museum in March of 2008, it came alive and is witness to a renewal of interest for Davao City’s history.

To quote from the museum’s brochure, “Museo Dabawenyo is a City Government of Davao facility and is being run in collaboration with the private sector. It is a “people’s museum” and its programs are geared towards better historical and cultural awareness, understanding and integration.”

The Museo Dabawenyo building is formerly the Court of First Instance. It was restored and rehabilitated to house and showcase the rich history and diverse cultural heritage of the people of Davao. It was established by the City Government of Davao, through the initiative of the 14th City Council under City Ordinance No. 0266-06, Series of 2006 signed into law by Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte on November 15, 2006. It was funded under the Special Education Fund of the Local School Board. The museum was first opened to the public during the 71st Araw ng Dabaw grand opening celebration on March 14, 2008.

References:
http://www.choosephilippines.com/do/history-and-culture/383/people-museum/img-1153

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