Romblon, the capital of the province bearing the same name, has a rich history that traces back to the pre-colonial era. Long before the Spaniards arrived, the islands were already part of trade routes connecting Visayas, Luzon, and the Sulu seas.
Spanish colonization brought religious missions to the island, leading to the construction of the Cathedral of San Jose in 1726 and Fort San Andres as a defense against Moro raids. These coral-stone structures still stand today as enduring symbols of Romblon's Spanish-era heritage.
Throughout the centuries, marble quarrying emerged as the defining craft of Romblon. The municipality earned the title 'Marble Capital of the Philippines' due to its rich deposits and the unmatched skill of its artisans whose works adorn churches, government buildings, and homes across the country and abroad.