Casa Gorordo Museum was the home of Juan Gorordo, first Filipino Bishop of Cebu. Casa Gorordo Museum is located in 35 Lopez Jaena Steet, Cebu City. At present, the museum houses many old and ancient relics. The displayed relics give a picture about the lifestyle of the Filipino people during the period from1860’s to 1920’s.
Old furniture and paintings are also displayed in this museum of Cebu. The courtyard of the museum is very beautiful. The museum premises are well maintained and beautified.
About Casa Gorodo Museum
Alejandro Reynes Y Rosales built the house, which became famous as the home of Juan Gorordo in the middle of 19th century. Four generations of Gorordo family have stayed in this home including Juan Gorordo.
In the year 1980, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. acquired the home. After restoration, the home was turned into a museum and opened to the common people. On 24th September, 1991, National Historical Institute Board, under resolution number 4, declared the house as a historical landmark of the nation.
Address and Timings of Casa Gorodo Museum
Tourists can visit the museum from Mondays thru Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 NOON and then again from 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
The address of the Casa Gorordo Museum is:
Casa Gorordo Museum – 35 Lopez Jaena Street, Cebu City, Philippines. ☎ +63.32.2555645, telefax: ☎ +63.32.2532380. Curator: Mr. Charles Muertegui.
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