Archives Unlocked: Speeches that Changed Singapore

23 May • 07:00pm

Join us as we walked through four speeches, each by a different pioneer leader of Singapore. Find out what Goh Keng Swee, Rajaratnam, Othman Wok and Kenneth M. Byrne had to say and the changes that followed.

Echoes of 1959: Singapore River Tour

12, 19 May • 05:00pm

History comes alive through the stories of various characters in this theatrical tour! Learn about the heritage of Clarke Quay and delight in local light bites. This multi-sensory tour will deepen your appreciation for the significance of the Singapore River.

Ring of Fury (1973)

19 May • 05:00pm

A cinematic slice of Singapore’s past is brought to one of the last remaining old cinema spaces. Ring of Fury (1973) a Mandarin-language martial arts action spectacular was shot entirely on location will screen for the first time at People’s Park Theatre in Kreta Ayer which opened a few years before the film.

Let's Weave Through Our Heritage

18 - 19 May • 10:30am

18 - 19 May • 02:30pm

Let's weave into history and have a chit-chat about Singapore Shophouses over a cup of tea and embroidery.

Living Heritage Through Religious Architecture and Its Transformation

11 May • 01:30pm

12 May • 10:00am

19 May • 12:30pm

Join students from the Masters of Arts in Architectural Conservation, NUS programme on three tours examining three iconic religious buildings - exploring the history of construction, conservation, relation to their neighbourhood, and the role of communities in their continued growth, significance, and value.

Malay Kampong Heritage Tour

11 - 12, 18 - 19 May • 10:00am

Explore Pulau Ubin with a descendant of the island’s Orang Pulau as Wan brings you around Singapore’s last surviving Malay kampung and shares with you captivating stories of its history, people and culture.

Maritime Heritage Trail

18 - 19 May • 10:00am

Embark on an exhilarating 2.5-hour Maritime Heritage Trail, unveiling Singapore’s captivating maritime history. Wander through historic Fort Canning Park and vibrant Singapore River, discovering iconic landmarks like the Fullerton Hotel and Clifford Pier. Immerse yourself in our rich maritime legacy!

Singapore Sacred Pathways: Telok Ayer Trail of Faith

19 May • 10:00am

Join us on a journey through time where we unveil Singapore’s Hidden Treasures of Faith and Culture. A realm where history whispers secrets and culture weaves tales of resilience and unity where the past comes alive and the spirit of diversity thrives.

Orchard Road: A Rhythmic Heritage

18 May • 11:00am

18 May • 01:00pm

18 May • 03:00pm

Music, fashion, dancing, shopping. Join a group of cultural creatives in talks and tours on going down memory lane of Orchard Road that defined youth culture in the 1980s. Chris Toh, Kevin Mathews and Liew Kai Khiun will discuss the significance of the premise in the live broadcast from Far East Plaza. This will be followed by walking tours of Far East Plaza and Centrepoint by Shaiful Risan and Wee Lilin where the term “Far East Kids” and “CP Kids” originated.

Cashin House Heritage Tour A Journey Through Time

11, 18 May • 08:30am

11, 18 May • 10:45am

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Cashin House at Lim Chu Kang Nature Park. Led by heritage enthusiast Jerome Lim, this tour unveils the area's captivating tale and architectural wonders. Connect with the past and appreciate the site’s rich heritage.