Manilatown Academy

The Manilatown Academy pillar includes all of our educational programs including our I-Hotel Historic Walking Tour; Annual I-Hotel Commemoration; Alternative Spring Breaks; our Manilatown Ancestral hands-on pre-colonial Philippine music, dance, crafts, language and culture workshops and classes; and Manilatown Ancestral Communities of Practice.

UPCOMING MANILATOWN ACADEMY EVENTS

PAST MANILATOWN ACADEMY EVENTS

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Mah Jongg Madness
Sep 29
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Mah Jongg Madness
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Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Mah Jongg. Join us at the International Hotel Manilatown Center.

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Beginning Tagonggo & Sagayan
Sep 14
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Beginning Tagonggo & Sagayan
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Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Philippine Maguindanao percussion as we explore the interlocking rhythms of the trance song Tagonggo and the dance Sagayan. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning and appreciating the beauty of Philippine pre-colonial music. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with ancestral heritage and discover the power of percussion. And as a bonus, Guest Teacher Patrick Tamayo will introduce us to the movements of Sagayan, which is customarily accompanied by Tagonggo.

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Mah Jongg Madness
Aug 18
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Mah Jongg Madness
Manilatown Academy

Chess is stern, Checkers is a bit dotty, and Scrabble tends to be wordy. But Mah Jongg is seductive. From the tiles' rich luster and the game's challenging nature to its enigmatic history and magical power to unite people, Mah Jongg is not just a game! It is a way of life—a stylish one at that.

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I-Hotel Historic Walking Tour

By Appointment at mhf@manilatown.org
International Hotel Manilatown Center
868 Kearny Street, San Francisco

Discover the mystery of San Francisco's forgotten neighborhood, Manilatown. Witness the merging of time, the past to the present, of San Francisco's International Hotel. Visit a Filipino-American community gathering space in San Francisco. Share in the history of San Francisco's rich history. Manilatown Heritage Foundation offers tours for K-12 students, college, adults, and everyone! Bring your class, student group, organization, club and friends to experience the complex history of Manilatown and the International Hotel for a nominal donation per person. Tour includes a screening of the classic film, “The Fall of the I-Hotel” and a Question/Answer session. Schedule a tour today! Email us at mhf@manilatown.org for more information on scheduling your visit.

Standard Donation for Adults: $40
Students : $20
Elders over 62 / Youth under 18: $10

PLEASE NOTE: Visiting the International Hotel Manilatown Center and talking to our Gallery Staff during our open public hours is always FREE. Our open days and hours are Wednesdays-Sundays form 1-6pm.