{"id":20970,"date":"2024-11-09T18:57:33","date_gmt":"2024-11-09T23:57:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newyorkpcg.org\/pcgny\/?p=20970"},"modified":"2024-11-09T18:59:38","modified_gmt":"2024-11-09T23:59:38","slug":"philadelphia-hosts-inaugural-habi-discovering-possibilities-for-philippine-fibers-exhibit-and-fireside-chat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newyorkpcg.org\/pcgny\/2024\/11\/09\/philadelphia-hosts-inaugural-habi-discovering-possibilities-for-philippine-fibers-exhibit-and-fireside-chat\/","title":{"rendered":"Philadelphia Hosts Inaugural \u2018HABI: Discovering Possibilities for Philippine Fibers\u2019 Exhibit and Fireside Chat"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Philadelphia Hosts Inaugural \u2018HABI: Discovering Possibilities for Philippine Fibers\u2019 Exhibit and Fireside Chat<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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(Left) The HABI: Discovering Possibilities for Philippine Fibers exhibit is showcased in Hayward Hall, Thomas Jefferson University. (Right) (L-R) Professor Marcia Weiss, Interim Dean of the School of Design and Engineering at Thomas Jefferson University, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, Dr. Susan C. Aldridge, President of Thomas Jefferson University, and Trade Commissioner Benedict Uy officially open the exhibit with a ribbon-untying ceremony. (Photos by PTIC-NY)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Philadelphia, PA, 07 November 2024<\/b> \u2013 The Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Philippine Trade and Investment Center – New York, in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) and Thomas Jefferson University, inaugurated the <\/span>HABI: Discovering Possibilities for Philippine Fibers<\/span><\/i> exhibit at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Supported by the Department of Trade and Industry, this exhibit highlights the distinct qualities of Philippine fibers such as <\/span>abaca<\/span><\/i> (Manila hemp), <\/span>pi\u00f1a<\/span><\/i> (pineapple fiber), and bamboo, showcasing their modern applications across fashion, design, and industry.<\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Handwoven fabrics, including T\u2019nalak, Pi\u00f1a seda, Kantarines, Pinilian, Kankanaey, Hablon, Pigi, and others, crafted by Indigenous communities and local artisans from various regions in the Philippines, are on display at Hayward Hall. QR codes accompany each textile, allowing visitors to explore the unique origins and cultural significance of each weaving tradition. (Photos by PTIC-NY)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The opening event was attended by the leadership of Thomas Jefferson University, including President Dr. Susan C. Aldridge, Provost Dr. Matt D. Baker, Senior Vice President Dr. Jeff Cromarty, and Kanbar College Dean Dr. Ron Kander. Faculty members, students, and the local Filipino community also joined in the celebration.<\/span><\/p>

The exhibit also features handwoven fabrics crafted by Indigenous communities and local artisans from diverse Philippine regions, including T\u2019nalak, Pi\u00f1a seda, Kantarines, Pinilian, Kankanaey, Hablon, and Pigi textiles. Preserved largely through women-led micro and small enterprises, these weaves celebrate cultural diversity, resilience, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Filipino weaving communities. Each display is enhanced with QR codes, allowing attendees to explore the origins and cultural significance of each textile\u2019s province of origin.<\/span><\/p>

In his remarks, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile reflected, \u201cThe HABI exhibit invites us to weave together our past with our future, recognizing the power of each individual thread in forming a cohesive whole. This exhibit is not just about textiles; it embodies the essence of Filipino culture\u2014what it can share beyond our shores and how it inspires artists and designers across borders. Each fiber, each weave, tells a story of heritage, resilience, and innovation, showing us the vast possibilities that Philippine fibers hold for a global audience.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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(Left) Consul General Senen T. Mangalile delivers his remarks during the inauguration. (Right) Dr. Susan C. Aldridge, President of Thomas Jefferson University, addresses the audience, highlighting future collaboration opportunities. (Photos by Nikka Arenal)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Dr. Susan C. Aldridge, President of Thomas Jefferson University, expressed excitement about the potential for future collaborations. \u201cWe look forward to future opportunities for our faculty and students to engage in collaborative research projects in the Philippines. We envision scholarships, joint projects in textiles, fashion, and sustainability, as well as opportunities for faculty exchanges. This partnership opens a bright future for us all,\u201d she stated.<\/span><\/p>

Following the opening, a Fireside Chat, supported by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Office of Senator Loren B. Legarda, invited deeper dialogue on Philippine textiles. Moderated by Professor Marcia Weiss, Interim Dean of the Thomas Jefferson University School of Design and Engineering, the panel covered themes of cultural preservation, sustainable practices, and the potential for Philippine textiles in global markets. The panel included Trade Commissioner Benedict M. Uy, DOST-PTRI Director Julius L. Lea\u00f1o Jr., Officer-in-Charge and Executive Director Evelyn B. Cagasan of the Department of Agriculture – Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority, Curator and Cultural Critic Marian Pastor Roces, and Maison M\u00e9tisse Founder and Creative Director Adrienne Charuel. Panelists emphasized the balance between preserving traditional techniques and adopting innovation to expand the global reach of Philippine textiles.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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(Left) Panelists discuss topics on cultural heritage preservation, traditional weaving techniques, sustainable practices, and the global potential of Philippine textiles. (Right) Faculty, students, and members of the Filipino community gather to participate in the fireside chat. (Photos by PTIC-NY)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The <\/span>HABI: Discovering Possibilities for Philippine Fibers<\/span><\/i> exhibit underscores the Philippines\u2019 rich cultural heritage and the immense potential of its fibers in the global marketplace. It celebrates Filipino artistry and innovation, and lays the groundwork for future cross-cultural connections and collaborative opportunities.<\/span><\/span><\/p>

The exhibit is open to the public until 26 November 2024 at Hayward Hall, Thomas Jefferson University. <\/span>END<\/b><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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