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2025

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.

Popiah Story - an interactive learning journey for the timeless traveller

4, 11, 18, 25 May • 10:00am •

Unravel the delicious heritage of popiah in this interactive journey revealing how this humble spring roll represents a perfect example of living food heritage. Learn the techniques, ingredients, and cultural significance behind this beloved snack that continues to unite families through preparation rituals.

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.

Ride & Discover: Living Heritage

Discover Singapore’s living heritage at Somerset and Bayfront MRT stations in the Ride & Discover exhibition during Singapore Heritagefest from 1 to 28 May 2025.

Rites of Passage

17, 24 May • 11:00am •

Journey through life's ceremonial milestones in this immersive exhibition exploring how Singapore's diverse communities mark significant transitions. From birth to coming-of-age, marriage, and beyond, discover how these ritual traditions continue to adapt while maintaining their cultural significance across generations.