Talks & Workshops

Painting with Native Plant Pigments

10, 24 May • 02:00pm

Discover native plants as natural dyes and pigments in this hands-on workshop. Paint fabric using exclusive SHF2025 heritage-inspired stencils, blending sustainable art with cultural heritage for a unique creative experience.

Painting with Yarn (Tingkat Edition)

17 May • 10:00am

Create a heritage-inspired masterpiece by “painting” with yarn on canvas in this hands-on workshop. Blend tradition and modern craft while exploring the tactile art and vibrant colours. No experience needed.

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.

Personalise Your Own Egg Tart Workshop

18, 25 May • 04:00pm

Craft your unique egg tart with Tong Heng, blending 80 years of traditional pastry-making with innovative personal touches.

Programmes & Workshops

1, 10 May • 02:00pm

10 May • 03:00pm

10 May • 04:00pm

17 - 18 May • 07:00pm

24 - 25 May • 08:00pm

Experience its grandeur through behind-the-scenes demonstrations, and interactive workshops conducted by master artists from India in Kathakali Festival 2025.

Pulau Brani: A Maritime Legacy Through Taste (Culinary Workshop)

25 May • 10:00am

25 May • 03:00pm

Embark on a culinary voyage through Pulau Brani's rich maritime heritage. Experience cherished island recipes as former residents share their seafaring stories, guiding you in crafting authentic dishes that echo generations of tradition.

Punch Needle Wearable Heritage Art

10, 24 May • 10:00am

Explore the charm of Singapore’s shophouses and the intricate beauty of Peranakan tile designs, delving into their cultural significance. In this hands-on workshop, craft a unique punch needle brooch inspired by these iconic heritage elements. Perfect for all skill levels, this experience combines creativity, tradition, and wearable art.

Rattan Knot Weaving x anothersole Belle Mary Janes (Ng Si Ying & anothersole)

24 May • 02:30pm

Get hands-on with rattan weaving with artist Ng Si Ying (@atinymaker) customise your very own Belle Mary Janes from Singapore’s socially-conscious lifestyle brand, anothersole.