Practices Talks & Workshops

Musings on the Kebaya with Raymond Wong

by The Peranakan Association Singapore
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.

Musings on the Kebaya with Raymond Wong

The kebaya has been successfully inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on 4 December 2024. The Peranakan Association Singapore (TPAS) is proud to have contributed to Singapore’s efforts in this multinational nomination.


Join Raymond Wong, recipient of NHB’s Stewards of Intangible Cultural Heritage Award 2023 and First Vice President of TPAS, as he delves into the story of the kebaya. Discover its origins, evolution across cultures, and its continued relevance today. The session will also feature a special showcase of vintage kebayas from Raymond’s personal collection, offering a rare opportunity to see these delicate and beautiful garments up close.

Come celebrate a treasured part of Southeast Asia’s living heritage.

Venue: Ixora Room, The Peranakan Museum
Admission: Free with registration

The Peranakan Association Singapore
The Peranakan Association Singapore is charged with the mission of preserving and promoting Peranakan culture. The Association and its activities are run by an elected committee of volunteers and primarily funded by donations. Amongst its outreach efforts are The Peranakan Magazine, published twice a year, and The Peranakan Voices, a choral group that engages through music and ‘live’ performances.




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