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2023

A Lighter Side of History: A Sharing Session by Matthew Tay

6 May • 10:30am

You may have seen him on TikTok, navigating the roads of Singapore as the nation’s youngest bus captain. Come spend your Saturday with Matthew Tay and his friends as they present their bus memorabilia and share their love for buses!

A Short History of Bicycles in Singapore

Introduced in Singapore as early as the 1870s, bicycles are now part and parcel of everyday Singaporean life. Trace the history of these two-wheeled marvels in this photo essay.

At Work on the River by Yip Yew Chong

20 May • 12:00am • ACM Green

Immerse yourself in Yip Yew Chong's nostalgic paintings as bumboats float on the ACM Green, against the backdrop of the river and Singapore's skyline.

Colouring Fun at Stamp Parade: WonderBot and the Chinese Junk

Have a fun colouring time with your little one at the Stamp Parade interactive within the Museum’s permanent exhibition, A Voyage Back In Time, as you see your special edition WonderBot and the Chinese junk stamp come alive!

DBS Sailing At The Bay

Live more and be inspired by Marina Bay’s transformation over the years! Hop on board our DBS sailboats and discover historical trivia about iconic waterfront landmarks and transport modes in the past, while enjoying Singapore’s skyline from the water.

Down the River Along the Streets of ACM

27 - 28 May • 10:00am • Asian Civilisations Museum

Journey through Singapore River’s history for this year’s Singapore Heritage Festival. Take a bumboat, join a walking tour, catch interactive storytelling sessions and performances to experience the river during its heyday.

Drive Through the Armenian Street

13 - 14 May • 10:00am • Peranakan Museum

Get fast and furious at the Peranakan Museum for this year’s Singapore Heritage Festival. Explore the galleries through exciting drama performances, listen to stories about the driver who raced in the Singapore’s first Grand Prix and be enthralled by a showcase of classic cars along Armenian Street.

Get Crafty! Bead a Classic Car Keychain

13 - 14 May • 12:00pm • Peranakan Museum

Get imaginative and create your own beaded vintage car keychain using perler beads, inspired by the classic cars parked along Armenian Street!

Get Crafty! Bead a River Boat Keychain

27 - 28 May • 11:00am • Asian Civilisations Museum

Get imaginative and create your own beaded boat keychain using perler beads. This craft session is inspired by boats and water transport along the Singapore River.

Let's Race: Create a Box Car Workshop

13 - 14 May • 02:00pm • Peranakan Museum

Ready to race? In this workshop, create a life-sized cardboard box car and decorate it to match your personality. Then, use your car to “race” down Armenian Street!