It pays to learn, especially when it's free.

Every now and then, I like doing other things aside from writing about the sneakers I can't buy, like taking my girlfriend Dylan out to The National Museum to take advantage of the free admission for the entire month. It's been years since I last checked out the museum, and given the lack of knowledge I have towards Philippine art, I figured a free trip to the museum would make a pretty good crash course and interesting date idea. Head's up to all the guys with artsy girlfriends out there, unless you know, you're both too cool for this stuff.

Given that some halls were getting renovated, getting to explore the whole place shouldn't take more than a couple of hours. There's a wide variety of art on display, from creepy religious statues, to work done by more contemporary artists. Me and Dylan had a great time getting to check everything out, with the both of us having our own sets of favorites. Overall, it was a great way to make use of a morning. Aside from the two of us getting to get to spend some time together, it was cool to learn about stuff together too. Learning can be fun, especially when it's free!

Check out the pictures below to get a better idea of what to expect. If they're enticing enough, book it to the National Museum because free admission only runs through this month!

On My Feet - Onitsuka Tiger X-Calibers

One of the museum's chill spots features a series of pieces done by Botong Francisco.

If you're a Filipino and don't know even in passing that this is Juan Luna's "Spoliarium", then I guess you didn't pay attention in history class. 

This hall full of old religious art was probably my favorite out of all the rooms. 

A hall of sculptures.

One of the more chilling pieces in a room filled with works done during the time of, or inspired by the Japanese occupation.

My lovely date. :)

Don't Touch.

Ang Kiukok

Rizal killing the #menswear game back in the day.