Tours & Trails

The Winding River of History: Singapore's Maritime Past & Eurasian Contributions to Nation Building

by Eurasian Association (Eurasian Heritage Gallery)
9, 16 May • 10:00am

The Winding River of History: Singapore's Maritime Past & Eurasian Contributions to Nation Building offers a unique dual experience that pairs an intimate tour of the Eurasian Heritage Gallery with a storied cruise along the Singapore River. Participants will gain rare insights into how the Eurasian community’s maritime and professional contributions were pivotal to Singapore’s growth during the British era and beyond

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Register here: https://www.sistic.com.sg/events/lite_windingrivermay2026

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

Saturday (9 & 16 May): 10am - 1pm

The Winding River of History: Singapore's Maritime Past & Eurasian Contributions to Nation Building

Discover the indelible mark of the Eurasian community on Singapore’s identity with The Winding River of History. This two-part cultural journey begins at the Eurasian Heritage Gallery, where a guided tour reveals the deep-rooted traditions and multifaceted history of this small but influential community. Following the gallery exploration, board a chartered bus to the historic Singapore River for an exclusive sightseeing cruise. As you glide past the architectural landmarks of the British Administration, you’ll uncover the significant contributions made by Eurasians to Singapore’s maritime and civic development. It is a scenic and soulful encounter with our nation-building story, blending breathtaking waterfront views with a profound appreciation for the people who shaped our colonial and modern heritage.

 

 

Eurasian Association (Eurasian Heritage Gallery)

The Eurasian Association (EA) is one of the four self-help groups in Singapore, together with CDAC, SINDA and MENDAKI. In addition to serving the community through two key pillars of education and family support services, under the third pillar of community development, the EA started the Eurasian Heritage Gallery to preserve and share the origins, history, contributions and culture of the small but vibrant Eurasian community in Singapore.

Website: www.eurasians.sg
Facebook: facebook.com/eurasianassociation
Instagram: instagram.com/the_eurasian_association





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