Singapore HeritageFest at Asian Civilisation Museum

Discover how tea travelled across oceans and became part of life in bustling port cities. Join us to sip and uncover fascinating maritime stories at ACM!

Tides of Time: Exploring Singapore’s Maritime Story

3, 10, 16 - 17, 24 May • 02:30pm

Explore Singapore's maritime legacy through captivating stories shared by our Gallery volunteers. Discover our history from ancient trade vessels to modern supply chains, key events like the 1603 Santa Catarina incident, and rare shipwreck artefacts highlighting Singapore's regional trade role.

TIED TO THE TIDES: Kelongs, Knots & the Fisherman’s Craft by C.O.O.E.

1 May • 11:15am

Explore Singapore’s vanishing kelongs and coastal fishing heritage with arts collective C.O.O.E. and a maritime elder. Families will explore traditional fishing tools and fishing nets, learn basic knots, and create decorated fish shapes—bringing maritime stories to life.

Visit the Historic Vessel Vega

1 - 3 May • 12:00pm

Step aboard the historic Vessel Vega for a rare, behind-the-scenes tour of a 134 -year old wooden sailing ship, that is still fully operational today. Meet the Captain, explore crew quarters, and discover her inspiring humanitarian missions across Southeast Asia.

WOVEN WAVES: Reading Stories in Batik by Studio Gypsied and Art Away Studio

1 - 2 May • 09:00am

Discover maritime stories hidden in batik motifs in this hands-on family workshop. Learn to decode symbols once used by seafarers and create your own story-cloth using stamps inspired by clouds, waves and sea creatures from Southeast Asian maritime traditions.