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Past in Present: A Cultural Reflection Exhibition

1 - 31 May • 10:00am

Step into a thought-provoking exhibition by Tsuyumi Miwa that reimagines Singapore’s cultural memories through photography and art.

Pathways of Respect The History Symbolism and Practice of the Peranakan Chinese Ancestral Veneration

17 May • 02:30pm

Journey through the intricate world of Peranakan Chinese ancestral veneration with living practitioner Baba Chan Eng Thai.

Peranakan Beadwork x Converse Chuck 70s (ManekNya & Converse)

17 May • 02:30pm

Turn your kicks into conversation starters – customise and bring home your own pair of Converse Chuck 70s with the vibrant, heritage-inspired flair of Peranakan beadwork with Chinese Peranakan-founded ManekNya.

Perfumed by Smoke: An Incense Appreciation Journey

2, 9 - 10, 16 - 17, 23 - 24 May • 11:30am

2, 9 - 10, 16 - 17, 23 - 24 May • 06:45pm

Delve into the ancient art of incense in perfumery through an interactive workshop exploring materials like myrrh, frankincense, oud, and buhoor with live demonstrations and sensory experiences.

Silambam Workshop

4, 11, 18 May • 02:00pm

Unleash your inner warrior and explore Silambam, a dynamic martial art that embodies Singapore's living cultural heritage.

Stories of our Spices

1 - 25 May • 09:00am

An SG HeritageFest exclusive! Check out this pop-up exhibition on the spice trade in Maritime Southeast Asia. Discover how the spices we taste and see today journeyed to us via the maritime trade routes of the past.

Stories of our Spices - A Dip into the Past

17 May • 12:00pm

17 May • 02:00pm

17 May • 04:00pm

A sambal and chutney party like no other! Learn how spices and kitchen tools travelled the historic maritime trade routes to our shores. Taste sambals and chutneys that are made with these spices – free flow keropok and cold drinks included!

TCM Cooking Class

11, 18 May • 03:00pm

Explore how TCM meets modern wellness in this cooking class! Learn to use TCM principles in food, with a focus on elder care, and see how tradition shapes today’s healthy living.

The Evolution of Wushu

11, 18 May • 11:30am

From traditional art to modern sport, come on an exciting journey that traces Wushu's dynamic journey and transform into a martial arts warrior through hands on learning.

The In-Kueh-Dible Rainbow Ondeh Ondeh workshop

1, 4, 10 - 11, 18 May • 11:00am

Join us in this In-Kueh-Dible hands-on experience, where you and your little ones get to create your very own rainbow ondeh ondeh!