This list of historical markers installed by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) in Zamboanga Peninsula (Region IX) is an annotated list of people, places, or events in the region that have been commemorated by cast-iron plaques issued by the said commission. The plaques themselves are permanent signs installed in publicly visible locations on buildings, monuments, or in special locations.
While many Cultural Properties have historical markers installed, not all places marked with historical markers are designated into one of the particular categories of Cultural Properties.
This article lists 31 markers from the Zamboanga Region, including six (6) that are part of the Quincentennial historical markers series.
Basilan This table lists one marker from Isabela in the province of Basilan. The rest of the island province is part of Bangsamoro. Marker title Description Location Language Date issued Image Tagima (Basilan)Ruta ng Ekspedisyong Magallanes–Elcano sa Pilipinas From Sulu, the expedition landed here on the way to Maluku. Isabela City Filipino November 11, 2021
Sulu This table lists four markers from the province of Sulu. Marker title Description Location Language Date issued Image Hadji Butu Abdul Bagui Statesman from Jolo. Born in 1865. Became a senator. Became a member of the Board of National Language (representing Mindanao and Sulu). Jolo (currently within NHCP storage) Filipino Labanan sa Bud Dajo Massacre committed by American forces against Moro rebellion. Part of the Moro Rebellion, Philippine–American War. Sulu Capitol Grounds, Jolo Filipino March 8, 2006 Prinsesa Tarhata Kiram Jolo August 10, 1984 SuluRuta ng Ekspedisyong Magallanes–Elcano sa Pilipinas Jolo Filipino October 11, 2021
Zamboanga City This table lists twelve markers from the highly urbanized Zamboanga City. Marker title Description Location Language Date issued Image Bahay-Pamahalaan ng Lungsod ng Zamboanga(Dating Panlalawigang Kapitolyo ng Zamboanga) Built by the federal government of the United States from 1905 to 1907. Zamboanga City Filipino 1969 Bank of the Philippine Islands Zamboanga First branch of BPI in Zamboanga; residence of Gen. John Pershing, military-governor of the Moro Province Zamboanga City Filipino 2012 CawitRuta ng Ekspedisyon Magallanes–Elcano sa Pilipinas Pigafetta described the place where an exceptional type of cinnamon grew. Cawit Elementary School, Brgy. Cawit, Zamboanga City Filipino December 27, 2021 Cesar Cortes Climaco(1916–1984) Mayor of Zamboanga City from 1953 to 1961. Zamboanga City Filipino 2009 Fort Pilar Founded as a southern outpost of the Spanish under the supervision of Melchor de Vera in 1635. Attacked by the Dutch in 1646. Zamboanga City English 1949 Gusali ng Zamboanga Normal School First normal school building in Mindanao; became the Western Mindanao State University. College of Teacher Education Building, Western Mindanao State University, Normal Road, Zamboanga City Filipino April 30, 2024 ManalipaRuta ng Ekspedisyon Magallanes–Elcano sa Pilipinas Where the Magellan expedition encountered people living in boats (bangkang lepat). Manalipa Island, Zamboanga City Filipino March 21, 2022 San Ramon Prison and Penal Farm First became a prison during Spanish times, became a prison by the Japanese during WWII. Zamboanga City Filipino November 13, 2014 NHCP UNVEILS THE SAN RAMON PRISON AND PENAL FARM HISTORICAL MARKER SubaninRuta ng Ekspedisyon Magallanes–Elcano sa Pilipinas Where the Magellan expedition encountered a community of Subanen. RT Lim Boulevard, Brgy San Jose Cawa-cawa, Zamboanga City Filipino March 21, 2022 Taluksangay Mosque Oldest mosque in Zamboanga Peninsula, built by Hadji Abdullah Maas Nuno in 1885. Taluksangay, Zamboanga City Filipino February 25, 1992 Vicente S. Alvarez(1862–1942) Revolutionary general, led the surrender of the Spaniards in Zamboanga. Zamboanga City Filipino 2010 Zamboanga Beach Where the US 41st division landed to liberate the city of Zamboanga from the Japanese. Zamboanga City English 1952
Zamboanga del Norte This table lists 12 markers from the province of Zamboanga del Norte. Marker title Description Location Language Date issued Image (untitled) Church built by the Jesuits in 1883. Where José Rizal stood while hearing mass every Sunday during his exile. Dapitan Filipino and English 1989 Ang Casa Real Where Rizal lived while he was in exile. Official residence of the politico-military general. Dapitan Filipino and English 1989 Bahay ni Don Mariano Balsamo Hamoy Business partners Rizal and Hamoy used the house storage for abaca. Balay Hamoy Museum, Mi Retiro St. Filipino October 14, 2024 Site Where Rizal Landed Where Rizal landed during the night of July 17, 1892 to his place of exile. Dapitan Filipino and English 1989 Dr. Jose Rizal (1861–1896) Shore where Rizal left on July 31, 1896, in Dapitan ending his four years in exile. Dapitan Filipino July 31, 1996 Dr. Jose Rizal Memorial Hospital Hospital was established on June 19, 1916. This is where José Rizal lived when he was banished in Dapitan in 1892. Transferred to present site in 1991. Lawaan, Dapitan City Filipino July 13, 2017 Jose Rizal 1861–1896 Replica of the house constructed by Rizal.http://harrybalais.com/2013/10/rizal-shrine-in-dapitan-the-heros-exile/Rizal Shrine in Dapitan: The Hero’s Exile He lived here from March 1893 to July 31, 1896. Dapitan English 1962 KipitRuta ng Ekspedisyong Magallanes–Elcano sa Pilipinas Rajah Calanao made a blood compact with Juan Carvallo, leader of the expedition. Where the expedition became aware that Luzon was actively trading with Ryukyu. Brgy. Kipit, Labason Filipino May 7, 2021 Liwasan ng Dapitan Plaza planned by Rizal while he was exiled from 1892 to 1896. Contains a relief map of Mindanao. Dapitan Filipino 2003 Ang Lumang Bayan ng Dapitan Designated as a heritage zone by the NHCP. Dapitan Filipino 2011http://harrybalais.com/2013/10/a-day-in-the-old-town-of-dapitan/ A Day in the Old Town of Dapitan Ang Pagdalaw ni Valenzuela sa Dapitan Site where Pio Valenzuela visited Rizal in Dapitan to consult for plans. Dapitan Filipino June 19, 1981 Sakahan ni Jose Rizal The farmland that Rizal bought and cultivated during his years in exile. Katipunan Filipino 1998http://harrybalais.com/2013/10/a-tale-of-two-farmers/ A Tale of Two Farmers
Zamboanga del Sur This table lists two markers from the province of Zamboanga del Sur. Marker title Description Location Language Date issued Image Katubigan ng Golpo ng MoroRuta ng Ekspedisyon Magallanes–Elcano sa PilipinasMagellan expedition fleet came from the waters of Cauit and Monoripa and the Subanin. Pagadian City Fish Port, Brgy. San Pedro, Pagadian Filipino December 22, 2021 Mga Guho ng Kuta ng Tukuran Site of the village of Sultan Untung turned into a Spanish fort. Tukuran Filipino October 28, 2014 NHCP UNVEILS THE MGA GUHO NG KUTA NG TUKURAN HISTORICAL MARKER
Zamboanga Sibugay There are no markers from the province of Zamboanga Sibugay.
See also List of Cultural Properties of the Philippines in Zamboanga Peninsula
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A list of sites and structures with historical markers, as of 16 January 2012 A list of institutions with historical markers, as of 16 January 2012
External links A list of sites and structures with historical markers, as of 16 January 2012 A list of institutions with historical markers, as of 16 January 2012 National Registry of Historic Sites and Structures in the Philippines Policies on the installation of historical markers