PCGNY and SRNY Launch Sentro Rizal Metaverse Museum
NEW YORK, 05 November 2024 – In celebration of Museums and Galleries Month, the Philippine Consulate General in New York and Sentro Rizal New York launched the Sentro Rizal Metaverse Museum (SRMM), a pioneering virtual museum in the Filipino cultural space. Developed in collaboration with Filipino-American XR Designer Ralph Roma, the SRMM offers a cutting-edge, immersive digital experience that brings Philippine history, art, and culture to life.
The Sentro Rizal Metaverse Museum is a 24/7 accessible virtual platform where visitors can explore curated exhibits, interact with 3D-rendered artifacts, and engage in real-time multimedia presentations, making Philippine heritage accessible to a global audience. The SRMM features:
- A digital collection of paintings from the Philippine Center in New York, highlighting the artistic talents and cultural expressions of Filipinos.
- Interactive, high-definition 3D representations of indigenous fabrics from the Philippines, showcasing intricate weaving patterns.
- José Rizal’s masterpieces, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, with links to virtual manuscripts from the National Historical Commission of the Philippines’ Memory Project.
- A 3D bust of Dr. José Rizal, which visitors can explore from all angles.
- A piano recording of Interlude – Ibarra, based on Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere, performed by Filipino educator and composer-musician Joed Balsamo.
- Real-time chat and voice features for a dynamic, social experience.
“The Sentro Rizal Metaverse Museum is a groundbreaking initiative that embraces the power of innovation and technology to bring Philippine culture closer to the hearts of Filipino Americans and the global community,” said Consul General Senen T. Mangalile. “This platform opens a new door to our rich history, making it accessible and engaging for all, especially the younger generation who may be geographically distant from Sentro Rizal New York.:
The SRMM is designed to engage Filipino-American youth and Filipinos worldwide, providing an immersive way to explore their heritage and experience cultural exhibitions from anywhere.
For more information on how to access the SRMM, please visit https://tinyurl.com/SRMMNewYork or check the posters below:
Stay updated on future events and activities at SRMM by following the official website and social media channels of the Philippine Consulate General in New York. END