New York State Capitol Hosts Third Annual Philippine Independence Celebration
New York State Capitol Hosts Third Annual Philippine Independence Celebration The Filipino-American community, together with New York State legislators, gather for a group photo at The Well in the New York State Capitol in commemoration of the 127th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. (Photo by Michael Magsombol) ALBANY, NY, 06 June 2025 – The Filipino spirit echoed through the halls of the New York State Capitol as hundreds gathered for the 127th Philippine Independence Day Celebration. Held in partnership by the Philippine Consulate General in New York, the Office of Assemblymember Steven Raga, Kalayaan 1521 Council, the Foundation for Filipino Artists, Inc., Kinding Sindaw, Likha Gallery, Hapag Bistro, Dare to Change Consulting, Inc., and Galleros Robinson, the event marked the third consecutive year the event took place at the seat of the New York State government. Filipino-American community at the Assembly Chamber. (Photos by Nikka Arenal) The event commenced at the New York State Assembly Chamber, where Assemblymember Raga, the highest-ranking Filipino-American official ever elected in New York, introduced the Filipino-American community and acknowledged the presence of Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and the delegation from the City of Bacoor, Cavite. The legislators responded with a round of applause,…