Passport to the World: The Philippines

Passport to the World is a series of celebrations at Chicago Children's Museum.  The Museum staff work in collaboration with community representatives in order to develop and present programming that authentically represents the art, culture and traditions of a particular country.

What are the goals of the program?

• To build and maintain relationships between Chicago Children's Museum and ethnically diverse neighborhoods, their families and their institutions
• To provide opportunities for Museum visitors to learn more about the arts and culture of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods
• To reach large numbers of children and families traditionally undeserved by cultural institutions
• To enhance Chicago Children's Museum's presence and name recognition in Chicago communities

The Philippines has been chosen specifically because it represents a sizable ethnic community in Chicago with a rich history and contributions to the city.  Local community leaders and residents are working to coordinate demonstrations. activities and performances representing the Philippines kicking off on June 10 until June 13.

Admission to Chicago Children's Museum:

All performers and demonstrators will be admitted to the museum free of charge.  There will be no additional charge to the general public to attend the festivals beyond the usual admission fees.  There is no admission charge on Thursday evenings from 5pm-8pm.  Low group rates are available for other times.  Please see Chicago Children's Museum website (www.chicagochildrensmuseum.org)  for specific rates.

PASSPORT TO THE PHILIPPINES 2010 

is brought to you and to the Chicago Children's Museum in partnership with the following Filipino-American Community organizations:

Filipino American Community Health Initiative of Chicago (FACHIC)
Filipino American Network (FAN)

National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) Illinois
Philippine American Cultural Foundation (PACF)
University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Greater Chicago (UPAAGC)

                                                     FACHIC               TUY Club                            FAN                                    PACF                      UPAAGC                  NaFFAA

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and sponsored by:

	Corporate Gold Sponsor
	Bamboo Sponsors:                                Dr. Elmer Carasig                                Wilson L. Ching   Product Donors:                               •  Adeline’s                               •  Izze                                •  Quakers
	For information about sponsorship, click here.