Colorado Springs, CO – July 23, 2025
The descendants of Philippine National Hero Dr. Jose Rizal will be honored guests at the Dedication Ceremony of a 6-foot bronze monument in his honor at George Fellows Park on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The event marks a historic milestone in the Filipino-American community of Colorado and highlights the global legacy of Rizal’s ideals of freedom, education, and patriotism.
Attending the ceremony are Mrs. Bambi Virata, a descendant of Saturnina Rizal, the eldest sister of Dr. Jose Rizal; Claire Pinto from Denver, a descendant of Paciano Rizal, Jose Rizal’s only brother and fellow revolutionary; and Tom Consunji, a descendant of Narcisa Rizal, one of Jose Rizal’s devoted sisters. Their presence represents multiple branches of the Rizal family tree and underscores the powerful connection between the past and present.
“It is a profound honor to welcome the family of Dr. Jose Rizal to this momentous occasion,” said Elaine Antonio Bordeaux, President of the Dr. Jose Rizal Legacy International Foundation. “The monument is not just a tribute to a Philippine national hero, but a symbol of resilience, freedom, and pride for all generations of Filipinos.”
The monument installation is a collaborative project of the Dr. Jose Rizal Legacy International Foundation, the City of Colorado Springs, and various local Filipino-American organizations. The dedication ceremony is expected to draw community leaders, dignitaries, and members of the public.
Later that evening, the Rizal descendants will also attend the Bayanihan Gala at 6:00 PM, a community celebration of Filipino culture, heritage, and unity. The gala will include cultural performances, community awards, and special tributes to the Rizal family’s continuing impact on global Filipino identity.
The public is invited to join both the dedication and the gala to commemorate this historic event and celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Jose Rizal.
Media Contact:
Dr. Jose Rizal Legacy International Foundation
Email: eb@ebordlaw.com
Phone: (713) 315 7793