Task Force Detainees of the Philippines

The Museum of Courage and Resistance (The Martial Law Museum) was conceptualized with the context of seeking justice for the victims of the martial law regime in mind. It was set up by the Task Force Detainees of the Philippines to serve as a constant reminder of sensitive and courageous vigilance, so that no repeat of the atrocities and repression under martial law, in any of its forms, could ever occur again. 

The Museum opened to the public on September 20, 1999, the eve of the 27th anniversary of the declaration of martial law by the late dictator President Ferdinand E. Marcos. The ceremonial opening was done by cutting barbed-wire instead of the traditional ribbon by Bishop Emeritus Antonio Fortich, D.D., Sister Marianni Dimaranan, SFIC, Bishop Julio Labayen and Sister Cres Lucero, SFIC. All have been staunch human rights defenders since martial law times.

Explore our Image Gallery, which includes photos taken during Martial Law. More photos are available at the Martial Law Museum.

The Museum of Courage and Resistance contains a large collection of martial law documents, photos and posters. For those who want to research on this era, please check out the museum contents and the services that we provide.

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