About Hofilena Heritage House
The Hofilena Heritage House is a preserved 1934 heritage house museum on Cinco de Noviembre Street in Silay City, Negros Occidental, Philippines. Built by Manuel Severino Hofileña for his family, it survived World War II and now operates as a private museum. It is notable for its Art Deco and American colonial architecture and its extensive collection of artworks, antiques, memorabilia, and personal effects that illustrate the lifestyle of a prominent sugar-era family in Negros.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a guided tour inside a well-preserved two-storey wooden heritage house in central Silay City. The interior retains original hardwood floors, furniture, and family memorabilia. Rooms display an extensive private collection of paintings including works by Juan Luna and Felix Resurreccion Hidalgo, sketches, sculptures, antique toys, and World War II artifacts. The house is lived-in and maintained by the Hofileña family, with a guide explaining each room and collection. Photography is typically allowed without flash.
Key highlights
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1934 Art Deco-American colonial heritage house preserved by the Hofileña family
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Extensive private art collection including works by Juan Luna and Felix Resurreccion Hidalgo
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Original hardwood interiors, furniture, and personal memorabilia from the sugar boom era
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Guided tour led by family members sharing stories of the house and Silay history