Craft-efact! My Dream Kampong Gelam

by Malay Heritage Centre

5, 4 May • 11:00am

Immerse yourself in Kampong Gelam’s architectural history by crafting your own miniature heritage shophouse. Engage with facilitators to explore urban planning and placemaking ideas, gaining insights into the significance of places in shaping our urban environment. Don't miss this interactive experience!

Timings:

Saturday, 4 May | 11am - 5pm

Sunday, 5 May | 11am - 5pm

Venue: Aliwal Arts Centre Courtyard (Next to Tipo Pasta Bar), 28 Aliwal St, Singapore 199918

Fee: $5 (refundable deposit)

Registration Link: mhcxshf24-mydreamkamponggelam.peatix.com

Craft-efact is a play on the word ‘craft’ and ‘artefact’ where participants can learn more about different objects through a hands-on colouring and craft activity.

Dive into Kampong Gelam’s architectural history in a hands-on and creative way by creating your own mini heritage shophouse. Get a chance to plan out your dream Kampong Gelam precinct with our facilitators who will be sharing more about urban planning and placemaking, providing valuable insights into the significance of places and spaces in shaping our urban environment.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with Singapore's heritage and urban development in a fun and interactive setting.

Malay Heritage Centre

The Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) provides wonderful cultural exposure and learning opportunities for people of all ages and interests. Situated within the Kampong Gelam precinct, the Centre acts as a vital heritage institution for the Malay community in Singapore. Through its exhibits, programmes and activities, the Centre hopes to honour the past while providing a means for present-day expression.

Although MHC is temporarily closed, the Centre continues to organise programmes and activities for everyone to enjoy and learn about Malay heritage & culture.

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