Talks & Workshops

Introduction to Hok San Style Lion Dance

18 May • 09:30am

18 May • 11:30am

Experience the vibrant tradition of Hok San style lion dance in this dynamic introduction to the distinctive techniques and cultural significance behind this energetic performance art. Learn basic movements while discovering how this living tradition continues to thrive through dedicated practitioners.

Jalan Kubor - Muslim Heritage through Site and Community Histories

4 May • 02:00pm

This talk highlights the cosmopolitan histories of Kampong Gelam through its Muslim heritage in Jalan Kubor, focusing on the site's long history and the community histories that it contains. Come hear stories about the diversity and richness of the Malay and Muslim communities and of notable individuals of Singapore.

Jong Clinic: A Workshop On Jong Boat Racing

24 - 25 May • 01:30pm

Learn about the unique maritime heritage of Singapore's island communities through an engaging workshop on jong boat racing, led by a former Lazarus Islander.

Making Traditional Lanterns

17 May • 02:00pm

17 May • 04:00pm

Try your hand at traditional lantern-making in this hands-on workshop inspired by cultural craftsmanship and celebration.

Malay Maritime Heritage and Identity in a Changing Singapore - Continuity and Evolution

18 May • 02:00pm

This Seminar explores memory, identity, continuity and evolution, and the documentation and revival of aspects of Malay maritime heritage in Singapore. Four panellists discuss place histories and architecture, maritime-oriented culinary traditions and knowledges, sea sports and boat building, and social memory.

Mari Berkain with kebaya societé

17 May • 04:30pm

Join the berkain movement at this styling workshop by kebaya societe. Bring your own kain and kebaya to this insightful, experience where you’ll learn to pair and wear kain kebaya and draw inspiration from Nusantara fashion icons.

​Middle (working title)

20 May • 07:30pm

​Middle (working title) explores identity and the struggle between cultural and national belonging through the playwright’s experience growing up in Singapore. It examines language as both a bridge and barrier, performed in Mandarin with a mix of English and dialect.

Musings on the Kebaya with Raymond Wong

24 May • 10:30am

Celebrate the kebaya’s UNESCO inscription with Raymond Wong, TPAS First Vice President and NHB Heritage Award recipient, as he shares insights on its cultural legacy and significance.

My Grandma's Startup

17 May • 10:00am

A personal narrative of preserving ancient craftsmanship, follow one family's journey of keeping alive the centuries-old tradition of hand-crafting deity statues.

Orchid Cultivation Workshop @ Birthplace of Vanda Miss Joaquim

24 May • 10:00am

Learn the art of orchid cultivation at the birthplace of Singapore's National Flower, and gain insights into this important aspect of the nation's cultural heritage.