“Ang Makasaysayang Karsel gn Sorsogon”. What used to be the Provincial Jail and Courthouse since its construction in 1916, Museo Sorsogon will now be home to the history and culture of Sorsogon. Being the previous Provincial correctional facility, the building was not exactly an ideal place to store important artifacts. It was space-limited, uninviting, and lifeless. So, the goal is to make it a place where people will be encouraged to go in and learn about the history and culture of Sorsogon. The museum was repainted, some of the graffiti or wall paintings was saved, these are original artworks done by the previous inmates like the Lady Justice on the second floor, which used to be the court of the first instance, and other works of art by the Sputnik Gang and Che Guevara, which also featured as an exhibit.
Museo Sorsogon has ten (10) galleries, showcasing the significant historical and cultural aspects of the province, including how communities started in Sorsogon, the revolution, and the American period in the province. It also features artifacts loaned by locals, and by the National Museum, but Museo Sorsogon is looking to acquire more objects in the foreseeable future. Because lighting plays a significant role in exhibits, strategically placed light fixtures helps in accentuating the artifacts and leading the visitor’s eyes to the important information about each piece. This allows each exhibit to provide interactivity with the guests.
