We can see that this artifact obtains its significance through its representation as a status symbol of respect and authority a deeper analysis of this artifact leads us to realize that there is a much more complex rendition of civilization in the Philippines in pre-colonial times, which contradicts the typical assumption that Filipinos only became civilized during and after colonization. This artifact is a remnant of the past it survived Spanish colonization, conveying the idea that this part of Filipino shamanism is not subject to erasure even through the spread of Spanish Catholicism. From the colors, to the inclusion of feathers, to the beak of the Kalaw situated at the top, the artifact is beautiful and we were astounded by the fact that something that seems so delicate has managed to last through the centuries. The overall intricacy of the artifact and its beauty are what intrigued us. This artifact is significant because it existed during the pre-colonial time of the Philippines and has lived through Spanish and other colonizations. Women tend to be in charge of weaving the band of the headdress while men collect the beak or carve a wooden figure of Bul-ul (the God of rice) that sits atop the headdress. However, in our research of this artifact, we learned that it can be used in a variety of ways, such as being worn during wedding ceremonies by the bride or by the village chief as a crown during planting and harvesting rituals. It is usually worn by a religious Shaman. This particular headdress is adorned with feathers and attached to it is the beak of the Kalaw (hornbill) bird. It originates from the Ifugao people who reside in a mountain province of Luzon, which is located in the northern part of the Philippines. The artifact we’ve chosen is a headdress donated by the James S. As we begin a cultural journey in this exhibit, may we acquire a sense of pride as stewards of this cultural heritage and as a people of Bukidnon.1 Put On Your Thinking Cap – a Connective Insight on an Ifugao Headdress IFUGAO HEADDRESS A CONNECTIVE INSIGHT As a gathering, this is a form of ritual. The whole venue is a replica of a bangkaso, a ritual piece, where the red cloth, the Kilala plants, the university museum’s objects and the photos are contained. The exhibit of these artifacts is one of evidences showing the rich culture of Bukidnon and is hence an eye opening activity especially to the young generations to help in the preservation and conservation of our culture.Įxcerpts from Photo Exhibit Notes- Loreta Sol Dinlayan:Viewers are encouraged to approach the exhibit with reverence. It is very evident that all of the artifacts are made of indigenous materials such as abacca, vines, trees, and even vegetables (gourd) are dried to form containers. The artifacts are categorized into six groups: headdresses, bags, baskets and weaving, clothes, musical instruments, necklace and bracelets, weapons and other artifacts used as containers of their personal belongings. The agreement provides among others that there shall be no further reproduction of these artifacts (photos and videos) without prior consent from the Field Museum. To formalize and give credits to the owner of the artifacts, a Memorandum of Agreement was signed and entered between Bukidnon State University and The Field Museum. The identification and description of these artifacts will give us insights and gain additional knowledge of the culture of the Bukidnon in the early 20th Century. Barroso who aimed to describe the said artifact collections of Dr. The photo exhibit activity is one of the research outputs conducted by the BSU research team headed by Dr. The exhibit also contains some of the Bukidnon State University’s collection and personal collections. These artifacts are part of the collections during the Cummings Philippine Expedition for the Field Museum of Natural History (now The Field Museum) headed by Cooper Cole and William Jones. The exhibit was commenced with an Opening Program and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and is held at BSU auditorium from August 11 – September 12, 2014. Fay-Cooper Cole at the Field Museum, Chicago, Illinois, USA. In line with the Centennial Celebration of the Province of Bukidnon, the Bukidnon State University (BSU) is hosting a month-long photo exhibit of Bukidnon artifacts from 1910 collection of Dr.
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