Creative Hub @ Peranakan Museum
Venue: Ixora Room, Perankan Museum
Dates: Sat, 10, 17, 24 May & Sun, 4, 11, 18, 25 May
Step into Creative Hub, a celebration of our rich intangible cultural heritage (ICH) through a series of intimate sharing and workshops at the Peranakan Museum. Held across four weekends in May, we invite you to explore the traditions of heritage businesses and cultural practices passed down through generations. From hands-on crafts and wellness rituals to food, and storytelling, every session offers a rare glimpse into the heart of our shared heritage.
Weekend 1
HBF Presents: Lacquer Threading & Calligraphy with Gong Yi Xuan & Inklings by Heritage Business Foundation
Date: Sun, 4 May
Time: 10am - 1pm
Price: $60 per pax
Registration link: https://forms.gle/FM1s4geadfx6PQNw9
Join us for a workshop on cultural crafts, and create your very own unique artwork with calligraphy and lacquer threading.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/hbf-presents-lacquer-threading--calligraphy-with-gong-yi-xuan--inklings
Weekend 2
Samrah Dance Workshop by Arab Network @ Singapore
Date: Sat, 10 May
Time: 10am - 11.30am
Price: $18 per pax
Registration link: https://samrahwithanas.peatix.com/
Discover the joy of traditional Arab dance at our hands-on Samrah Dance Workshop!
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/samrah-dance-workshop
Arabic Attar Perfumery Workshop by Arab Network @ Singapore
Date: Sat, 10 May
Time: 12am - 1.30pm
Price: $18 per pax
Registration link: https://attarworkshopbyanas.peatix.com
Discover the art of Arabic attar with The Arab Network @ Singapore! Join Mr. Ali Alhadi to explore its rich history and craft your own signature scent to take home. A fragrant journey awaits!
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/arabic-attar-perfumery-workshop
Flower Tying Workshop by Mr Prabu Raj
Date: Sat, 10 May
Time: 2pm - 3.30pm, 4pm - 5.30pm
Price: $15 per pax
Registration link: https://flowertyingworkshop.peatix.com/
Unravel the delicate art of garland-making with a master florist. Learn traditional techniques, create your unique floral piece, and keep an age-old craft blooming.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/flower-tying-workshop
‘Sambal Secrets” Food & Art Workshop by Carlyn Law & Fareena Mehr Omar
Date: Sun, 11 May
Time: 10.30am - 1pm
Price: $110 per pax
Registration link: www.carlynlaw.com (Ended)
Create your own chilli-inspired prints on cards while discovering how sambal traditions continue to evolve while maintaining their cultural essence.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/sambal-secrets-food-and-art-workshop
An Afternoon with GT Lye by The Peranakan Association Singapore
Date: Sun, 11 May
Time: 2.30pm - 5pm
Price: Free
Registration link: https://tpas-shf2025-gtlye.peatix.com/
Join Baba GT Lye, a recognized Steward of Intangible Cultural Heritage, as he shares memories from his illustrious Peranakan theatre career in a special session hosted by Baba Alvin Tan.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/an-afternoon-with-gt-lye
Weekend 3
My Grandma's Startup by Say Tian Hng Buddha Shop
Date: Sat, 17 May
Time: 10am - 12pm
Price: $10 per pax
Registration link: https://www.saytianhng.com/event-details/my-grandmas-startup-17-may
Hear the stories of a 6th generation artisan on the ancient art of hand-crafting wooden deities.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/my-grandmas-startup
Making Traditional Lanterns by Mr Francis Tan
Date: Sat, 17 May
Time: 2pm - 3.30pm, 4pm - 5.30pm
Price: $30 per 2 pax
Registration link: https://makingtraditionallanterns.peatix.com/
A parent-child hands-on workshop, where you can create a cellophane fish-shaped lantern!
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/making-traditional-lanterns
A Sip of Heritage: Make Your Own Rice Wine Dessert by Ye Traditions
Date: Sun, 18 May
Time: 10am - 11.30am, 12pm - 1.30pm
Price: $58 per pax
Sample rice wines and try making your own rice wine dessert!
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/a-sip-of-heritage-make-your-own-rice-wine-dessert
HBF Presents: Tea & Calligraphy with Pek Sin Choon & Inklings by Heritage Business Foundation
Date: Sun, 18 May
Time: 2pm - 5.30pm
Price: $40 per pax
Registration link: https://forms.gle/aFmgTceN5ZiYFT3y7
Experience the harmony of tea and calligraphy in this elegant showcase featuring traditional brewing and brushwork demonstrations.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/hbf-presents-tea-calligraphy-with-pek-sin-choon-inklings
Weekend 4
The Heritage of Javanese Jamu Wellness and Birthing Traditions: From Conception to Delivery by Javanese Association of Singapore
Date: Sat, 24 May
Time: 10am - 1pm
Price: $80 per pax
Registration link: bit.ly/jasshf25
Workshop to impart knowledge and skills on pre-natal care - the Javanese way.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/the-heritage-of-javanese-jamu-wellness-and-birthing-traditions
Gotong-Royong: Nasi Ulam Recipe Crafting Workshop by Sendok Rakyat
Date: Sat & Sun, 24 & 25 May
Time: 2pm - 4.30pm
Price: $25 per pax
Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sg-heritagefest-gotong-royong-nasi-ulam-recipe-crafting-workshop-tickets-1245715421359?aff=oddtdtcreator
An experiential craft-your-own nasi ulam workshop.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/gotong-royong-nasi-ulam-recipe-crafting-workshop
The Heritage of Javanese Jamu Wellness and Birthing Traditions: From Delivery to Recovery by Javanese Association of Singapore
Date: Sat & Sun, 24 & 25 May
Time: 10am - 1pm
Price: $80 per pax
Registration link: bit.ly/jasshf25
Workshop to impart knowledge and skills on post-natal care - the Javanese way.
For more information: https://www.heritage.sg/sgheritagefest/programmes/the-heritage-of-javanese-jamu-wellness-and-birthing-traditions
