Batik Kita: Dressing in Port Cities is the latest special exhibition by Singapore’s Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM), and celebrates the Southeast Asian heritage. It features over 100 masterpieces from overseas and local lenders, as well as rarely seen pieces from the National Collection. The exhibition explores the rich history and culture of batik and batik making, from its traditional roots to contemporary designs. Visitors are […]
The Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) unveils the second iteration of #SGFASHIONNOW, an experimental contemporary fashion showcase where Singapore fashion takes centre stage. The showcase continues ACM’s efforts to engage with the fashion community to further the discussion of what constitutes Singapore fashion through the lens of the nation’s multi-cultural, cosmopolitan port city heritage. It is […]
This showcase features batik menswear created by students and graduates of Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) in collaboration with BINhouse. Interpreting tradition, history, culture, and contemporary fashion aesthetics, the designs are modern, innovative, and wearable. BINhouse, a batik powerhouse in Indonesia, generously provided all the batik fabrics for this collection. Each one speaks to […]
The Young Photographers’ Mentorship Programme (YPMP) aims to develop the artistic voice and ambitions of emerging photographers. This three-month long mentorship programme encourages them to explore and experiment with image-based work, and deepen their understanding of the creative and professional possibilities in photography. The programme was formerly known as the Shooting Home Youth Awards. Participants will have the […]
A tentative stroke step sketch or song can blossom at ART:DIS. Your child can experience what it’s like to learn in an inclusive and safe space at our Open House. Conducted by instructors with years of experience in teaching students with differentiated learning needs children can participate in workshops or make art with friends. We […]
A tentative stroke step sketch or song can blossom at ART:DIS. Your child can experience what it’s like to learn in an inclusive and safe space at our Open House. Conducted by instructors with years of experience in teaching students with differentiated learning needs children can participate in workshops or make art with friends. We […]
A tentative stroke step sketch or song can blossom at ART:DIS. Your child can experience what it’s like to learn in an inclusive and safe space at our Open House. Conducted by instructors with years of experience in teaching students with differentiated learning needs children can participate in workshops or make art with friends. We […]
The Covid-19 pandemic has been one of the biggest crises to hit our shores but it has also shown us the best of the Singapore spirit. We Are Majulah, a social movement that focuses on community and identity building initiatives, hopes to celebrate the Singapore Spirit that has helped us navigate through the pandemic and […]
ENCATC, the leading European network on cultural management and policy, will have its 2022 Congress on the topic of "Internationalisation in focus: theoretical, strategic and management perspectives in education, research, policy and practices" on 17-19 October in Brussels and Antwerp. The ENCATC Congress is the only global event dedicated to the advancement of theory, education, […]
Community Rangoli 22−23 October 11am−5pm ACM Lobby Try your hand at traditional rangoli art and learn why it is a part of Deepavali decorations by contributing to the creation of a large rangoli in ACM’s lobby. Visitors will be able see the rangoli on display at the museum from 24 to 28 October Suitable for […]
Community Rangoli 22−23 October 11am−5pm ACM Lobby Try your hand at traditional rangoli art and learn why it is a part of Deepavali decorations by contributing to the creation of a large rangoli in ACM’s lobby. Visitors will be able see the rangoli on display at the museum from 24 to 28 October Suitable for […]
Project Lionheart seeks to highlight and champion five core qualities - Hope, Duty, Compassion, Invention and Strength, that have shone through the pandemic. The initiative aims to collect stories of poignant lived experiences from the ground and share them with the community as sources of inspiration through art installations, wall murals, music & theatre performances, […]
An Introduction to the Dramaturg’s Work is a 4-session foundational course that will provide an introduction and grounding for performing arts practitioners who are curious about or want an insight into the dramaturg’s work. Conducted by Dr Robin Loon, this course aims to equip participants with an understanding of and familiarisation with: the brief history and […]
