Talks & Workshops

AT SG | Re:Make Peranakan Heritage in the Modern World – Sharing by ManekNya

17 May • 11:00am

Explore the rich history of the Peranakan community with ManekNya’s founder, Swee Lin. Learn about Nyonya beadwork, its cultural significance, and the importance of preserving this intricate craft that connects Singapore’s heritage with modern creativity.

AT SG | Re:Make Seal Carving with a Creative Spin – Live Demonstration with Baisimu

31 May • 02:00pm

Join self-taught artist Jean as she shares her journey in stone seal carving, blending traditional techniques with modern inspirations. Discover the history of Chinese seals, watch a live carving demo, and create your own stamped bookmark in this interactive experience.

Bundle Programme The In-Kueh-Dible Party

1, 4, 10 - 11, 18 May • 03:00pm

Join us for an In-kueh-dible Party through a multi-sensorial interactive performance, where families are gathered to celebrate in song, dance and kueh. End off on a sweet note through a hands-on rainbow ang ku kueh making workshop!

Bundle Programme The In-Kueh-Dible Play

1, 4, 10 - 11, 18 May • 10:00am

Join us in this In-Kueh-Dible Play experience where families can explore all things kueh using their senses. Get your little ones to enjoy a sensory play session, while your older children can create their own putu ayu inspired shower steamer.

Creative Hub at Peranakan Museum

Get hands-on at Creative Hub @ Peranakan Museum, a month-long showcase of Singapore’s living heritage through workshops and sharing sessions throughout the weekends in May. Learn heritage practices such as jamu-making, tea brewing, calligraphy, flower tying, and more – led by the communities who keep these traditions alive.

Curiocity | The Story and Evolution of Singapore's Hawker Culture Through Different Lenses

17 May • 02:00pm

Discover the rich and multifaceted heritage of Singapore’s hawker culture with Senior Librarian Lim Tin Seng and author Ryan Kueh.

CXD Workshop (Embroidery)

4 May • 02:30pm

Learn time-honoured Peranakan embroidery techniques directly from artisan Heath Yeo, while discovering the rich heritage behind this traditional craft.

Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to a work-in-progress as Heath and Nathan reveal their creative process, challenges, and vision for merging traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design in an exclusive preview of their upcoming collaborative product design.

“粽”情端午，亲子同乐！ Dragon Boat Festival Family Workshop

10 May • 11:00am

南洋理工大学孔子学院诚挚邀请您和孩子一起参与我们的端午节亲子活动，在欢乐的氛围中感受这一充满文化韵味的节日！

Confucius Institute, Nanyang Technological University cordially invites you and your children to participate in our Dragon Boat Festival parent-child activities, where you can experience this culturally rich festival in a joyful atmosphere!

Experience Local Herbs & Create Your Own Blend of Tea

10, 17 May • 03:30pm

Explore our herbal heritage in this sensory workshop introducing local botanicals that have featured in traditional wellness practices for generations. Create your own personalised tea blend while discovering how these plant traditions continue to offer relevance in our contemporary lifestyles.

Experiential Guzheng Class

6, 9, 13, 16 May • 07:00pm

A 1-hour workshop to introduce participants to the guzheng instrument and how it is linked to Singapore's heritage. Participants will be taught how to wear guzheng nails and play some simple tunes on the guzheng.