Francisca Reyes-Aquino

thumb|right|Francisca Reyes-Aquino Francisca Reyes-Aquino (March 9, 1899 – November 21, 1983) was a Filipino folk dancer and academic noted for her research on Philippine folk dance. She is a recipient of the Republic Award of Merit and the Ramon Magsaysay Award and is a designated National Artist of the Philippines for Dance. Quotes Heritage must not be sacrificed for progress. What matters for now is for every Filipino to protect our tradition and let no one distort it under the guise of modernization. How Francisca Reyes-Aquino sought and fought for our country’s folk dances Inquirer External links Category:Women born in the 19th century Category:1899 births Category:1983 deaths Category:Dancers Category:Women academics from the Philippines