PHILIPPINE NATIONAL ARTISTS
The Order of National Artist or Orden ng Pambansang Alagad ng Sining, jointly administered by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and conferred by the President of the Philippines, is one of the highest honors given to Filipino artists. This award recognizes the Filipino artists who have made significant contributions and accomplishments in the expression, promotion and development of the cultural heritage of the country.