Subjective Atlases are bottom-up cartographic publications that map a country, region, or city by the inhabitants themselves. It’s a form of feminist cartography that challenges the idea of maps as objective or neutral. They reveal how traditional maps often reflect dominant power structures and exclude certain voices. Instead, this form of feminist cartography centres lived experiences, personal stories, and embodied knowledge, especially from women and other marginalised groups. The publications embrace participatory methods, inviting those directly affected by a place to co-create how it is represented. This approach questions who is visible on a map, how space is named and drawn, and what is left out. Ultimately, feminist cartography reimagines mapping as a more inclusive, reflective, and critical practice. The subjective mapping exhibition at the Yuchengco Museum focuses on the feminist voices and perspectives in the Subjective Atlas project. This approach aligns seamlessly with the values and mission of the Yunchengco Museum and the Philippine Women’s University. For this exhibition, 36 contributions from various Subjective Atlases are meticulously selected, rooted in countries, regions and cities like Brussels, Amsterdam, Colombia, Hainaut, Hungary, Mexico, the Netherlands, Pakistan, Palestine, Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. These subjective mappings, crafted through the lenses of diverse backgrounds, ensure a rich and varied anthology that speaks to a broad audience. This selection of perspectives fosters a deeper understanding of the complexities of mapping identity, culture, and place.

"Architecture and Urban Visions: The Power of the Imagined" brings together unbuilt works by visionary Filipino architects—members of the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP). The exhibit is an exploration of ideas, powerful expressions of creativity, ambition and foresight. While these never left the drawing boards, these unrealized structures reflect the visionary nature of design, often challenging traditional boundaries and presenting radical ideas that provoke thought and dialogue. Even in their intangible form, these designs serve as blueprints for progress, inspiring future architects, planners, and societies to dream beyond the constraints of their time. They emphasize that architecture is not merely about what gets constructed but also about the endless possibilities of what could be. The exhibition’s spotlight falls on the creative process and the boundless potential of the unbuilt. By showcasing these works, we celebrate the architect’s courage to innovate and design, limited only by imagination in the face of limitations—whether technical, financial, or ideological. These projects, though unrealized, provide groundbreaking solutions that redefined what architecture can be. This exhibit stands as a testament to the power of vision, underscoring the importance of architectural thought not just in shaping spaces, but in shaping ideas.

Through her lens, Denise captures moments of stillness and calm, inviting us to pause and reflect amidst the chaos of everyday life. Each image tells a story of serenity, offering a gentle reminder to slow down and appreciate the beauty around us. Step into the world of quiet beauty with "Witness of the Quiet" — a stunning photography exhibit by Denise Weldon, now on view at our 4th floor.