Author: Jonathan Santos

The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) and the Sentro ng Karunungan Library (SKL) will be CLOSED on May 15–16, 2025 for the agency’s Capacity Building activities. Regular operations will resume on Monday, May 19, 2025.

The National Library of the Philippines encourages every Filipino to exercise their right to vote and take part in shaping the future of our nation. Let your voice be heard. Vote wisely, vote with purpose.

Submit your applications now! The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) is in need of the positions listed below: – One (1) Computer File Librarian I – One (1) Computer Programmer II _____________________ You may submit/upload your application through the NLP Online Recruitment Form at http://bit.ly/3EBxPSA and visit our website for more details (https://web.nlp.gov.ph/bulletin-of-vacant-positions/). The deadline of submission is on May 20, 2025. APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The NLP adopts the equal employment opportunity principle and welcomes...

Please be advised that due to ongoing maintenance of the data center, access to all incoming/outgoing telephone calls and all online systems, including the library catalog, databases, and remote access services, will be LIMITED from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additionally, from May 10 to May 12 all said services will be completely UNAVAILABLE. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and patience.

Please be informed that the National Library of the Philippines (NLP) and Sentro ng Karunungan Library (SKL) will be CLOSED on Monday, 12 May 2025, in observance of the Philippine Midterm Elections.  Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.

The National Library of the Philippines proudly joins Anti-Red Tape Authority and the entire nation in celebrating the inaugural Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Month, as declared under Presidential Proclamation No. 818, s. 2025. With the theme From Red Tape to Red Carpet: Better Business Movement in a Bagong Pilipinas, this month-long observance highlights our collective push for a more efficient, transparent, and citizen-friendly government. By embracing innovation and collaboration, agencies are encouraged to simplify systems, reduce red tape, and make public service more accessible and empowering...

The National Library of the Philippines joins the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the whole nation as we embrace our shared responsibility to preserve cultural legacies and celebrate the month of May as National Heritage Month (NHM), in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 439, s. 2003. This year’s theme, “Preserving Legacies, Building Futures: Empowering Communities through Heritage,” emphasizes heritage as a bridge between past and future, inspiring communities to engage in conservation and education efforts. By blending traditional knowledge with...

Today, we honor the hard work, dedication, and perseverance of every Filipino worker. Your unwavering spirit builds our nation’s future and inspires generations to dream and achieve more. The National Library of the Philippines salutes all workers — in every field and profession — who contribute to the growth and strength of our society. Mabuhay kayo, mga manggagawang Pilipino!

The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) visited its affiliated public libraries in the Provinces of Tarlac and Zambales on April 21-25, 2025, to support its Local Government Units (LGUs) in providing excellent public library services for their communities. Representing NLP were Ms. Blesila P. Velasco, Chief of Public Libraries Division (PLD), and Ms. Amy Felice P. Bucago, Librarian I from PLD. This activity enables engagement with some Local Chief Executives and other local Officials to discuss the benefits of reviving their inactive and closed public libraries, emphasizing the importance...

Bilang pagdiriwang ng Pambansang Buwan ng Pamana sa Mayo, inaanyayahan ka naming tuklasin ang mayamang kasaysayan at kultura ng ating lahi sa pamamagitan ng isang libreng guided tour sa NLP Permanent Gallery! Kasama si Dr. Xiao Chua — historian at curator ng gallery — sumama sa isang makabuluhang paglilibot sa Mayo 14, 2025 (Miyerkules), 9:30 N.U., sa NLP Building, T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila. LIMITADO LAMANG SA UNANG 30 REGISTRANTS! Ipareserba na ang iyong pwesto sa link na ito: https://web.nlp.gov.ph/TuklasRegistration o i-scan ang QR code sa poster upang makapagrehistro! Huwag palampasin...

Please be informed that the National Library of the Philippines (NLP) and Sentro ng Karunungan Library (SKL) will be CLOSED on Thursday, 1 May 2025, in observance of Labor Day, a national holiday. Regular operations will resume on Friday, 2 May 2025.

The National Library of the Philippines is pleased to announce the publication of the International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) Directory 2024! The ISSN Directory is a comprehensive list of all registered Serials and Publishers in the Philippines for the year 2024. Compiled annually by the Bibliographic Services Division, this year’s edition features 441 serial and continuing resources—a valuable reference for researchers, librarians, and publishers alike. Browse the e-version here: https://web.nlp.gov.ph/ISSN2024