HB11561: AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE AKLAN PIÑA MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF KALIBO, PROVINCE OF AKLAN, PRESCRIBING ITS SATELLITE CENTERS, DEFINING ITS PURPOSES, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
This bill aims to establish a dedicated museum and cultural center in Kalibo, Aklan, for the Aklan Piña handloom weaving. This initiative is rooted in the state's policy to conserve, promote, and popularize national historical and cultural heritage. The center will focus on safeguarding and promoting Aklan Piña handloom weaving as a vital cultural expression, supporting research and development for sustainable livelihoods, ensuring raw material supply, and providing training for the younger generation. It will also work to broaden appreciation for the craft and expand market access for its products, with potential for satellite centers beyond Aklan.
The establishment of the Aklan Piña Museum and Cultural Center holds significant impact for the people of Aklan and the Philippines as a whole. By preserving and promoting Aklan Piña handloom weaving, the bill contributes to the protection of intangible cultural heritage. Economically, it supports sustainable livelihoods for weavers and farmers involved in cultivating 'Pinya Bisaya,' while also fostering the development of creative industries. The center's functions, such as maintaining a museum, innovation hall, and arts hall, coupled with efforts to encourage public interest and support for weavers, will enhance cultural pride, create educational opportunities, and potentially boost local tourism and economic activity in the region.