Tours & Trails

Beyond the Nine-Dragons Wall: The Centennial History of Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI)

by Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI)
22 - 23, 25 May • 10:00am
24 - 25 May • 11:00am

Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI) has grown along with Singapore since 1906.

Discover the tales and anecdotes of SCCCI that uphold the spirit of “Chinese Entrepreneurial Culture” and demonstrates loyalty to Singapore for global harmony and prosperity.

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Timing:

Wednesday, 22 May | 10am - 11am [English]

Thursday, 23 May | 10am - 11am [English]

Saturday, 25 May | 10am - 11am [English]

 

Wednesday, 22 May | 11am - 12pm [Mandarin]

Friday, 24 May | 11am - 12pm [Mandarin]

Saturday, 25 May | 11am - 12pm [Mandarin]

 

Venue: Red Gate of SCCCI Building, 47 Hill St, Singapore 179365

Registration: https://shf24beyond9dragonswall.peatix.com/view

 

Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI) building on Hill Street has a distinctive feature within the civil district in Singapore, the majestic nine-dragon wall which symbolises Chinese culture and traditions has grown along with Singapore since 1964. The building’s architecture is influenced by both Western and Chinese styles. A landmark in downtown Singapore has undertaken a significant refurbishment and reopens in 2022.

 

Discover the hidden tales and cultural anecdotes of Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry that uphold the spirit of “Chinese Entrepreneurial Culture” and demonstrates loyalty to its own country for global harmony and prosperity.

 

Dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship, SCCCI aims to help its members conduct business in Singapore as well as internationally. SCCCI’s mission is to promote industry and commerce as well as economic prosperity along with cultural and educational activities. Join our Heritage & Culture docent of SCCCI as they delve into the architectural features of SCCCI building and its development.

 

Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI)
Established in 1906, the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI) is an internationally renowned businessorganisation and the apex body of the Chinese business community in Singapore.

The SCCCI has a membership network comprising some 5,000 corporate members and has more than 160 trade association members, representing over 40,000 companies including large financial and business organisations, multinational corporations, government-linked companies, and small and medium enterprises from a wide spectrum of trades and industries.




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