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The Sea in Your Hands

17 May • 02:00pm

Discover the art of telling stories of the sea using Odissi hand gestures and movements.

The Voyage of the Rice Peach: A Heritage & Hope Experience

16 May • 10:30am

Join Yoon’s to discover the maritime voyage of the Teochew Png Kueh. The participation in our hands-on Kueh workshop preserves Singapore’s heritage while empowering female ex-offenders through sustainable skills, transforming traditional "rice peaches" into a catalyst for second chances and meaningful community reintegration.

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

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

Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-day Historical & Cultural Tour

3, 10, 17, 24 May • 02:30pm

A "Waterfront" History: Discover how Telok Ayer once faced the open sea and the famed Goddess of Sea temples to the Chinese immigrants including its pivotal role to our fishing port and trading hub.

Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle’s Potter’s Wheel Experience

9, 23 May • 02:00pm

Beginner-friendly pottery workshops at Thow Kwang offer 2–3 hour sessions covering wheel throwing and handbuilding. Create functional ceramics with guided instruction; pieces are glazed and fired for later collection. No experience needed.

Tides of Change: Singapore’s Maritime Story

2, 9, 16, 23 May • 09:00am

Explore Singapore’s maritime origins on a guided walk along the Singapore River. Discover stories of traders, migrants, and seafarers whose journeys, beliefs, and enterprises shaped the nation’s identity as a global port city.

Tides of Heritage by ATAM

1 May • 06:00pm

Embark on a rhythmic maritime journey celebrating Singapore’s coastal heritage through heritage arts. Discover martial traditions, and communal storytelling highlighting the vibrant cultural exchanges and shared histories of our diverse communities across four captivating, interactive moments.

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.

Unlocking Singapore's Port Legacy: A Behind-the-Scenes Maritime Journey

16, 23 May • 09:00am

16 May • 11:00am

23 May • 12:30pm

Start at the Singapore Maritime Gallery, then hop on a bus for behind-the-scenes access to PSA Singapore’s terminals. Discover Singapore’s containerisation legacy, the roles of Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and PSA Singapore, and how innovation drives global trade. Bring home an exclusive memento from PSA at the end of the bus tour!