In celebration of Singapore’s 54th year of independence, Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH) will present an array of free public programmes from 9 to 10 August 2019 in conjunction with National Day.
Heritage Hurray! invites the public to acquaint themselves with Singapore’s rich cultural scene and provides Singaporeans with various touchpoints to immerse themselves in our shared heritage.
Here are 10 things to look out for at Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall this National Day:
1. Community Art Market
Date: 9 & 10 August
Time: 12: 00 PM – 5:00 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
Discover local enterprises, talented crafters and quirky artisans at the memorial hall’s first-ever pop-up community art market! Treat yourself to a trendy new homeware or pick up some quirky handcrafted soap bars, and shop till you drop this National Day weekend from beloved local and overseas brands.
2. Sharing Session: Design and Sustainability with Beatrix Ong
(Supported by Beatrix Ong, Company of X)
Date: 9 August
Time: 12: 00 PM – 1:00 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
The Memorial Hall is proud to present an intimate sharing session by London-based designer and descendant of Chinese revolutionary Dr Sun Yat Sen, Beatrix Ong who will speak about her journey in sustainable design and craftsmanship, and her upcoming collaboration with the memorial hall.
3. Ang Ku Kueh & Kueh Lapis Vinyl Toy Painting Workshop
(Supported by When I Was Four)
Date: 9 August
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
Reflecting the traditional Chinese belief that tortoises will usher longevity, good fortune and prosperity, the ang ku kueh, or commonly known as the Red Tortoise Cake, has a chewy consistency with a sweet and smooth paste at its centre. On the other hand, the kueh lapis, an expression of Southeast Asia’s benevolent hospitality, is a multi-layered savoury cake. Both are amongst Singapore’s most well-loved traditional snacks that have withstood the test of time. Unleash your creativity and join homegrown design studio and label, Wheniwasfour in a whimsical art jamming experience as you design your very own ang ku kueh or kueh lapis vinyl toy!
4. Lion City Sketching Workshop
(Supported by Just Sketch)
Date: 9 August
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
From traditional Perakanan shophouses to towering skyscrapers, what are your favourite landmarks of our beautiful Lion City? Join Thai artists Ohm Chongthanatrakol and Tai Sanguanpong from Just Sketch in this Lion City Sketching Workshop, and learn how to capture Singapore’s rich architectural heritage in your very own black and white sketch!
5. Heritage Kueh Soap Crafting Demonstration
(Supported by Crafter’s Studio)
Date: 10 August
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
Specialising in handcrafted cold-processed soap, Crafter’s Studio prides itself on using only naturally sourced ingredients in its organic soap products. Join this interactive soap-crafting demonstration and watch in amazement as these talented artisans transform simple bars of soap into realistic traditional kuehs, all whilst learning a thing or two about Singapore’s colourful kueh culture!
6. Icons of Singapore Doodling Workshop
(Supported by Muffinsaurs Studio)
Date: 10 August
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
With a passion for drawing that piqued since she first learned how to hold a pencil, Stephanie Raphaela Ho founded Muffinsaurs Studio and has since made a name for herself with her stunning animal wall murals and quirky illustrations. Join Stephanie in this fun and light-hearted doodling workshop and learn to sketch quintessentially Singaporean icons such as the beloved Merlion and the awe-inspiring Marina Bay Sands!
7. Art for Singapore Workshop
(Supported by Bèbè Artist)
Date: 10 August
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
Join us in this sensory play activity where children will be encouraged to have fun, create and express themselves freely without inhibition! Participants will get to touch and explore different colours and textures as create their very own National Day Puzzle with ice-cream sticks whilst learning all about the colours and meanings behind Singapore’s national flag.
8. Miniature Clay Sculpting Workshop
(Supported by TinyPinc Miniatures)
Date: 10 August
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
From miniature plates of nasi lemak to trays of dim sum and Nyonya kuehs, there’s nothing that Malaysian clay artist Ling of TinyPinc Miniatures can’t create! Join Ling in this Miniature Clay Sculpting Workshop to learn more about the different kinds of colourful kuehs usually seen in Nyonya cuisine, and get crafty creating your own tray of miniature kueh arrangements from polymer clay!
9. Stories of Our Nation
(Supported by the Speak Good English Movement and Speak Mandarin Campaign)
Date: 9 & 10 August
Time: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Admission: Free, no registration required
Discover the stories behind our little red dot with our popular storytelling sessions conducted by local authors and veteran storytellers. Embark on a literary adventure with heart-warming stories such as What’s Inside the Red Box by Phua San San, a whimsical tale about Singapore’s Founding Father, the late Mr Lee Kwan Yew and his famous red briefcase.
10. Balestier Heritage Trail – National Day Edition!
(Supported by HomeTeamNS-JOM)
Date: 9 August
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM (English)
Admission: $5 per person (includes Ondeh Ondeh Workshop and hokkien mee lunch at Warung Kim’s Seafood). Register here.
Embark on the best-selling Balestier Heritage Trail to uncover the rich history and origins of Balestier from as early as 1835. From landmarks like the Maha Sasanaramsi Burmese Buddhist Temple to heritage stops such as Lam Yeo Coffee Powder Factory, delve into the architectural and cultural developments of Balestier and discover the unknown stories behind these places.
End the tour on a sweet note with a hands-on Ondeh Ondeh-making Workshop and delicious hokkien mee lunch by local hawker icon, Warung Kim’s Seafood at HomeTeamNS-JOM!
For more information about the Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall activities, please visit here.
