Tours & Trails

Kampong Gelam by the Sea: Maritime History Tour and Talk

by Malay Heritage Centre

2 May • 04:00pm

Explore Kampong Gelam’s maritime past and its links to the wider Malay world through a short talk and a guided tour of the precinct.

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*Programme tickets will go live on 22nd April 2026 12pm

Saturday (2 May): 4pm - 6pm

Kampong Gelam by the Sea: Maritime History Tour & Talk will explore Kampong Gelam’s maritime past and its links to the wider Malay world. The session begins with a talk by a researcher or expert who will explain Kampong Gelam’s role as a port town and how the cultural exchange resulting from the trade and travel routes shaped the community. After the talk, a Kampong Gelam Heritage Trail docent will lead participants in a tour around the area. The tour highlights key sites and stories that show how the sea influenced the people and history of Kampong Gelam.

Malay Heritage Centre

The Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) provides wonderful cultural exposure and learning opportunities for people of all ages and interests. Situated within the Kampong Gelam precinct, the Centre acts as a vital heritage institution for the Malay community in Singapore. Through its exhibits, programmes and activities, the Centre hopes to honour the past while providing a means for present-day expression.

Website: malayheritage.gov.sg
Facebook: facebook.com/malayheritage
Instagram: instagram.com/malayheritage

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