Philippine Consulate Supports “The Hinabi Project: The Art of Philippine Textiles 2026”
Traditional weaving demonstrations highlighted Philippine indigenous craftsmanship and textile traditions. (San Francisco PCG photo)
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco participated in “The Hinabi Project: The Art of Philippine Textiles 2026,” held on 23 May 2026 at Sentro Filipino in San Francisco, California.
Organized by The Hinabi Project (THP), the exhibit and fundraising event celebrated the richness and diversity of Philippine weaving traditions through a curated collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary textiles from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The event also featured traditional weaving demonstrations, music performances, raffles, silent auctions, and community engagement activities highlighting Philippine indigenous craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
In his keynote address, Consul General Arnel G. Talisayon underscored the importance of preserving Philippine weaving traditions as expressions of Filipino identity, history, and cultural continuity.
“Philippine textiles are more than works of art. They carry the stories, traditions, and resilience of communities across generations,” the Consul General said. “By preserving these traditions, we help ensure that future generations remain connected to their heritage and cultural identity.”
Consul General Talisayon also commended The Hinabi Project for its continuing efforts to promote Philippine arts and culture in the United States and for supporting cultural education among younger generations and the Filipino diaspora.
Mr. Edwin Lozada, Co-Founder and Vice President of The Hinabi Project (THP) (left), together with Mr. Anthony Legarda, Co-Founder and Creative Director of THP (right) presented some of the textiles on display.
The exhibit showcased weaving traditions and textiles from various ethnolinguistic communities and regions, including Inabel weaving traditions from Ilocos and Abra, as well as textile traditions from Mindanao groups such as the T’boli, B’laan, Yakan, Tausug, Maranaw, and Bagobo communities.
Mr. Edwin Lozada, Co-Founder and Vice President of THP, together with Mr. Anthony Legarda, Co-Founder and Creative Director of THP, discussed the historical and cultural significance of Philippine weaving traditions, including indigenous weaving techniques, textile motifs, natural dyes, and traditional craftsmanship practiced across the Philippines. They also highlighted THP’s continuing efforts to preserve and promote Philippine textile heritage through exhibits, workshops, and cultural education initiatives in the United States.
During the program, Trade Commissioner Anne Marie Kristine Umali of the Philippine Trade and Investment Center – Silicon Valley (PTIC-SV) highlighted the growing contribution of the Philippine creative economy, noting its estimated contribution of USD 34.5 billion to Philippine GDP in 2025.
The event also highlighted THP’s educational initiatives, including six-week weaving workshops beginning in August 2026 aimed at preserving traditional weaving techniques through hands-on instruction and community engagement.
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco continues to support initiatives that promote Philippine arts, culture, and creative industries, while strengthening appreciation for Filipino heritage among overseas communities and broader international audiences. END
The exhibit featured antique, vintage, and contemporary Philippine textiles representing weaving traditions from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, as presented by Mr. Edwin Lozada, Co-Founder and Vice President of The Hinabi Project (THP), together with Mr. Anthony Legarda, Co-Founder and Creative Director of THP. (San Francisco PCG photos)
Consul General Arnel G. Talisayon (fourth from left) and officials from the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco join organizers of “The Hinabi Project: The Art of Philippine Textiles 2026.”
(San Francisco PCG photo)