sidetrip @ Kapitan Moy

 

Source: Official Webpage of Marikina City A Structure Marked By Simplicity and Integrity, Solidity and Restful Elegance The Kapitan Moy ancestral house is the product of architectural evolution. The steep, hip roof, the post and lintel construction, the seemingly light and quite airy structure, and the elevated quarters are features derived from the Philippine style, the "Bahay Kubo". However, its sense of grandeur and solidity the dramatic arrangement of space, the use of masonry and simple ornamental system are its heritage from European architecture.

A Legacy of the Philippine Socio-Economic System

Kapitan Moy ancestral house is the architure of a feudal age, remnant of a socio-economic system. It reflects the architecture of the wealthy at that time, Don Jose Guevara, being a "Maginoo" and Don Laureano "Kapitan Moy" Guevara, being an "illustrado" and a "Presidente".

The house’s address gave merit to the familial standing at that time for the elite homes stood on the plaza beside the church and the tribunal.

An Aura of Hospitality Prevails

The "adobe arch" is an elegant introduction to a "WELCOME". The "grand old-baluster-staircase" encourages warm welcomes and lingering goodbyes.

The "broad capiz windows", natural ventilation and spacious interconnected areas project the familial spirit and ready hospitality of "Guevara’s".

"High, wide and nail-studded door" which used to accommodate virgin’s carrosas and honored guests carriages has also small door cut into the large front door for visitors on foot.

The "old well" that used to satisfy the owners with water supply needs is today’s appealing sight for local and foreign tourists.

A Historical and Culture Relic

It is in its "ENTRESUELO" or mezzanine that the "first pair of shoes" was developed by Kapitan Moy with the help of Tiburcio Eustaquio, Ambrosio Sta. Ines and Gervacio Carlos in 1887.

As nurturing ground for the mind and heart of the Marikeños, it was also used as a school building from 1907 to 1995. During the early years of the American occupation, it housed the American Tribunal. And in 1942-1945 it was occupied by the Japanese Imperial Army as their headquarters.

Early in 1993 Mayor Bayani F. Fernando met with the officers of the Marikina Valley Heritage Foundation, Inc. and also the Historical Zone Committee in 1995 regarding the plan to make it as a place for culture and arts.

An Ordinance was passed by the Municipal Council, renaming the place a "Sentrong Pangkultura ng Marikina".

As the center for the culture and the arts, it aims to showcase the great historic past and the cultural heritage of Marikina. In various venues at the center, resident artists of national and international distinction are featured in performances and exhibits.

Through seminars and workshops, the community youth development program of the center ensures the participants of the creative development of ideas and its transformation into concrete effective results.

Multifunctional Galleria, Plaza Kapitan Moy, Bulwagang Bayani, Café Kapitan and Piano Bar encourage the development of healthy social relationahips in an aura of nostalgia and culture rich ambiance.

VENUE LEASE RATES

Kapitan Moy (Sentrong Pangkultura)

Bulwagan    P15,000 (4 hrs)	Galleria       P6,000 (4 hrs)
Add P1000/Hr	Add P1000/hr
With Sound System  chairs & tables
350-400 pax	Patio (Plaza)        P3,500 (4 hrs)
	Shoots                  P3,500 (4 hrs)
Shoot            P15,000 (4 hrs)	Lobby                    P2,000 (4 hrs)