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Plaque - Bayanihan, A Philippine Tradition

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Copper plaque with an image of a cabin being moved, known as Bayanihan, a tradition in Philippine towns where community volunteers help a family move to a new place by transporting their house. The house is moved by putting bamboo poles to form a frame to lift the stilts and carry the house with men positioned at the ends of each pole. The tradition also features a small fiesta to express gratitude to the volunteers. This was given to the mayor by the Maria Clara de Pilipinas Sorority.

Originating Mayor: Jerry Sanders

Date Received: 2005