The Calvo Building is a historic building along no. 266 Escolta corner Soda Streets, Binondo,

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, Philippines. Built in 1938, it is an outstanding example of beaux-arts architecture. It served as the home of the radio station

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before moving to its present location in Diliman,

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. It now houses the Escolta Museum which contains memorabilia from the past. The building is designed by Ar. Fernando H. Ocampo, Sr.

Marker from the National Historical Commission of the Philippines

The

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entitled Gusaling Calvo was installed on August 14, 2018 inside the building. It was installed by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines.

Details

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