Explore the rich tapestry of 19th century Philippines through the eyes of renowned public historian Ambeth Ocampo.
Delving into art, culture, and the pivotal figures who shaped the nation, while offering a diverse collection of insights, musings, and discoveries in the realm of Art, Books, and Culture (ABC).
A full Professor and former Chair of the Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University, he writes a widely-read editorial page column for the Philippine Daily Inquirer, and has published over 30 books the most recent being: Queridas de Rizal: Looking Back 16 (Anvil, 2021) and Yaman: History and Heritage in Philippine Money (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, 2021. He moderates growing Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube accounts.
Ambeth R. Ocampo
Professor Ocampo served as: President, City College of Manila; President, Philippine Historical Association; Co-Chair, Manila Historical and Heritage Commission; Chairman, National Historical Commission of the Philippines and Chairman, National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
In another life, another time, he lived in a Benedictine monastery where he was known as Dom. Ignacio Maria, OSB
Perhaps a shorter one that explains who I am, what the site is all about–a notebook for my varied interests in Art, Books, and Culture or ABC.