Asilo of San Vicente de Paul historical marker
The ground and college were donated to the Sisters of Charity for the education of poor girls by Sor Asuncion Ventura, a native of Pampanga, herself a Sister of Charity. The institution was inaugurated on July 26, 1885 and gained great distinction for the design and excellence of its embroidery and needlework.
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