Special Tours at the Indian Heritage Centre
Learn about Singapore Indian culture by participating in a tour of the Indian Heritage Centre.
Learn about Singapore Indian culture by participating in a tour of the Indian Heritage Centre.
About the Event: Even before the first rays of the sun are visible on the horizon, at least 10 million Indian households sweep and clean their door entrances and draw picturesque and colourful designs called rangoli or kolam outside their houses. The word rangoli is derived from rangavalli – (rang meaning colours and valli meaning creepers) so Rangavalli means a row of colourful creepers. It is generally believed that rangoli/kolam are drawn to welcome Lakshmi the Goddess of Wealth into the house and also to ward off evil spirits. These designs evoke a sense of geometry, creativity, sensitivity and […]
Create your own Pongal masterpiece using the ancient art technique of Tanjore. As Tanjore paintings are an artform that uses real gold, it is an expensive technique to pick up, so join these sessions at IHC for the opportunity to try your hand at it with all materials provided.
Create your own Pongal masterpiece using the ancient art technique of Tanjore. As Tanjore paintings are an artform that uses real gold, it is an expensive technique to pick up, so join these sessions at IHC for the opportunity to try your hand at it with all materials provided. You will get to create a grand piece of artwork to show off in your home!
Venu Nadam: The Story Of Its Origin The concert brings together some of Singapore's flautists under the banner of "The Vamshika Quintet", presenting their unique relationship with the sound of the bamboo flutes. Listen to exciting arrangements of Indian classical music with musical accompaniment by Lazar T. Sebastian on the Carnatic Violin and Viknash Balakrishnan on the Mridangam. The concert also features two extraordinary musicians: Rit Xu (Flute) and Jacky Ng (Suona). The Music Advisor and Conductor of the concert include Vidwan Amit Nadig and Vidwan Dr Ghanavenothan, respectively. The concert is organised by Brahmastra […]
Don't miss this special chance to learn more about where your food comes from and its journey to be presented to you in this special farm-to-table dining experience.
About the Event: Even before the first rays of the sun are visible on the horizon, at least 10 million Indian households sweep and clean their door entrances and draw picturesque and colourful designs called rangoli or kolam outside their houses. The word rangoli is derived from rangavalli – (rang meaning colours and valli meaning creepers) so Rangavalli means a row of colourful creepers. It is generally believed that rangoli/kolam are drawn to welcome Lakshmi the Goddess of Wealth into the house and also to ward off evil spirits. These designs evoke a sense of geometry, creativity, sensitivity and […]
Don't miss this special chance to learn more about where your food comes from and its journey to be presented to you in this special farm-to-table dining experience.
Visiting a working farm is a rare opportunity for many who are used to an urban environment to learn about farming and how the food they eat comes about. The journey begins with a live cooking demonstration of the traditional Pongal dish, followed by many hands-on interactive stations where you can learn about the significance of Pongal through fun activities.
Join this trail and take a journey back to the past. Take a walk through time and reminisce the early days of Little India amidst the hustle and bustle of cattle and bullock carts. We will go in depth of the significance and importance of the cattle in the Pongal Festival.
Visiting a working farm is a rare opportunity for many who are used to an urban environment to learn about farming and how the food they eat comes about. The journey begins with a live cooking demonstration of the traditional Pongal dish, followed by many hands-on interactive stations where you can learn about the significance of Pongal through fun activities.
Come and learn to make Pongal, or sweet rice in the outdoors, in a traditional setting. Discover what ingredients goes into making this delicious concoction cooked in an earthenware pot and the significance of having it boil over.
Join this trail and take a journey back to the past. Take a walk through time and reminisce the early days of Little India amidst the hustle and bustle of cattle and bullock carts. We will go in depth of the significance and importance of the cattle in the Pongal Festival.
Create your own Pongal masterpiece using the ancient art technique of Tanjore. As Tanjore paintings are an artform that uses real gold, it is an expensive technique to pick up, so join these sessions at IHC for the opportunity to try your hand at it with all materials provided. You will get to create a grand piece of artwork to show off in your home!
GOPIO Singapore is proud to organise *GOPIO JUNIOR STAR 2023* - Fancy Dress and Oratorical Competitions for children aged 6 to 12.
Rang De Holi 2023 is back, a celebration of festival of colours in Singapore at Palawan Green Sentosa. Spend a day with friends and family for a culturally rich entertainment, lots of entertaining activities like DJ music street food, drinks and lots of networking and fun.
The event includes: Performances Lucky draws Delicious food on sale Colours on sale Venue: Open field at Tanjong Rhu View (between Costa Rhu and Pebble Bay Condos) Guest-of-Honour: Mr Lim Biow Chuan, Adviser to Mountbatten Grassroots Organisations Free Entry How to get there: Free shuttle bus to and from Stadium MRT (drop off point and event site - 9.30 am to 10.30 am and 2 pm to 3 pm) Note: No outside colours or food allowed; alcohol is strictly prohibited. Enquiries: Katong Community Centre (6345 8258) | Singapore Gujarati Society (9088 2061) | Punjabi […]
Rang De Holi 2023 is back, a celebration of festival of colours in Singapore at Palawan Green Sentosa. Spend a day with friends and family for a culturally rich entertainment, lots of entertaining activities like DJ music street food, drinks and lots of networking and fun.
Learn about Singapore Indian culture by participating in a tour of the Indian Heritage Centre.
Dear Friends: We are pleased to share that CSTC and NLB will be bringing you a special introduction to the Singapore Malayalee community – a rich and diverse sub-ethnic group among Singapore Indians. You’ll get a glimpse of their cultural practices, artifacts, dance, music and, of course, a taste of their unique cuisine! The Singapore Malayalees are the second biggest community among Indians in Singapore. They have been here since the early days of Singapore as a British colony. Did you know that a Malayalee Muslim cemetery was here in Singapore before Raffles arrive in 1819? The […]
SICCI Cares in support of Sri Narayana Mission's 75th Anniversary Fundraising Campaign. Event Objective: To raise S$750,000 to help Sree Narayana Mission extend its social interventions in assisting more underprivileged Singaporeans. Event Highlights: Golf game Prizes Goodie bags Lucky draw prizes Dinner & Entertainment Tournament Winners: Men: A Div (1st, 2nd & 3rd) B Div (1st, 2nd & 3rd) Ladies: Open (1st, 2nd & 3rd) Novelty Prizes: Nearest to Pin (Holes D8 & V4) Longest Drive (Holes D1 & V9) Nearest to Line (Holes D5 & V3) Event Details: Registration: 11 am, Goodie bag collection Lunch: 11.30 […]
சிங்கப்பூரில் நமது இந்திய மரபையும் தமிழ்மொழியையும் பற்றி மேலும் அறிய இந்திய மரபுடைமை நிலையத்தின் தமிழ் வழிகாட்டி சுற்றுலா மற்றும் உரையாடலில் கலந்துகொள்ளுங்கள். இந்திய மரபுடைமை நிலையத்தின் காட்சிகூடங்களை ஒட்டி தமிழில் வழிகாட்டி சுற்றுலா நடத்தப்படும். இச்சுற்றுலா மூலம் இந்தியர்கள் மற்றும் தெற்காசிய சமூகத்தினரின் செழிப்பான வரலாறு, கலாச்சாரம், பாரம்பரியம் ஆகியவற்றைப் பற்றியும், சிங்கையில் தமிழ்மொழியின் வளர்ச்சியையும் பங்கையும் பற்றித் தெரிந்து கொள்ளலாம். இருவழி உரையாடல் கொண்ட இச்சுற்றுலா, இளையர்களால் வழிநடத்தப்படும். சிங்கையில் தமிழ் மொழி வாழும் மொழியாக தொடர்ந்து திகழ வருகையாளர்கள் அவர்களின் கருத்துகளையும் புதிய எண்ணங்களையும் பகிர்ந்து கொள்வார்கள். இவை வளர்தமிழ் இயக்கத்துடன் பகிர்ந்து கொள்ளப்படும். தேசிய மரபுடைமைக் கழக நிர்வாகத்தின்கீழ், இந்தியச் சமூகத்தின் ஆதரவுடன் செயல்படும் இந்திய மரபுடைமை நிலையம், தென்கிழக்காசிய வட்டாரத்தில் இந்திய, தெற்காசிய சமூகங்களின் வரலாற்றை ஆய்ந்தறிகிறது. நிலையத்தின் நான்கு மாடி கட்டடம், இந்தியப் பாரம்பரியத்தையும் நவீன கட்டடக்கலை அம்சங்களையும் ஒருங்கிணைக்கும் […]
Join Meera as she brings you on an adventure to discover the Indian New Year celebrations with drawings, craftworks, games and dance in this interactive and immersive story session by Grace Kalaiselvi.
Get a glimpse into the customs and traditions of Indian New Year through this immersive Little India Heritage Trail. Featuring various insta-worthy heritage sites, the specially curated thematic route will also satiate your sweet tooth with treats from a local store!