Places Tours & Trails

Heritage of Our Heartlands

by Housing Development Board HDB

11 May • 02:00pm
11 May • 03:00pm

As we mark 60 years of fulfilling Singaporeans’ home ownership aspirations, join us on this learning journey to uncover the history and heritage of our HDB heartlands which have housed a nation.

Timing:

Saturday, 11 May | 2pm - 3pm & 3pm - 4pm

Venue: HDB LIVINGSPACE Gallery, 480 Toa Payoh Lorong 6 HDB HUb Singapore 310480

Meeting Point: Meet at the Basement 1 entrance of the HDB LIVINGSPACE Gallery, located near Toa Payoh room

Fee: Free; registration is required

Registration Link: shf24heritageofourheartlands.peatix.com (Registration starts from 24 Apr, 12pm onwards)

Celebrate HDB's Home Ownership Scheme's 60th anniversary! Join our guided tour at HDB LIVINGSPACE Gallery to uncover the lesser-known history and heritage of our HDB heartlands, home to 80% of Singapore’s resident population. Discover the rich history of well-loved neighbourhoods like Toa Payoh, Bidadari and Punggol, and how the design of our neighbourhood spaces have changed over the years. Find out how HDB continues to celebrate the heritage of Singapore’s public housing, while breathing new life into these towns we call home.

Housing Development Board HDB

"The Housing & Development Board (HDB) is Singapore's public housing authority. We plan and develop Singapore's housing estates; building homes and transforming towns to create a quality living environment for all. We provide various commercial, recreational, and social amenities in our towns for our residents’ convenience. Today, more than 1 million flats have been completed in 24 towns and 3 estates across Singapore. HDB flats are home to 80% of Singapore's resident population, of which about 90% own their home. "

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