Celebrating National Day in Chinatown
How have the shopkeepers in Chinatown been celebrating National Day (besides putting up national flags and celebratory buntings? Find out from the hawkers, shopkeepers and sundry shop proprietors about their idea of a Singaporean nation with My Community.
About the Programme
- What You'll Do
- Meet Your Host
- More Details
What You'll Do
How have the shopkeepers in Chinatown been celebrating National Day (besides putting up national flags and celebratory buntings? Find out from the hawkers, shopkeepers and sundry shop proprietors about their idea of a Singaporean nation with My Community.
Meet Your Host
About Let’s Talk About My Chinatown Complex
Chinatown Complex holds a special place in the hearts and minds of the Chinese community in Singapore. As a cultural, social, economic and historical centre, it plays a vital role in preserving Chinese heritage, fostering community ties and showcasing the vibrancy of Chinese culture to both locals and visitors.
MCF2023 has brought together a team of renowned academics, accomplished entrepreneurs, heritage enthusiasts and talented visual artists to delve into various topics about Chinatown that hold deep significance for all of us.
From iconic murals to mouth-watering pastries, join Yip Yew Chong, Koh Keng We, Ana Fong, Victor Yue, Quek Tiong Swee and Elizabeth Chan at the roundtable as we weave together a tapestry of knowledge and appreciation for this iconic neighbourhood.
About My Community
My Community is a non-profit organisation which works to capture and preserve community stories, reconnect people to places and social networks, and deepen heritage appreciation and expression across the country. It also advocates for greater community involvement in cultural management and urban governance. Since its inception in 2010, My Community has spurred the growth and development of a common-man approach to heritage where everyday experiences and Singaporeans are chronicled and celebrated.
Today, My Community is supported by an army of over 1,000 volunteers who work with a nimble team of staff to organise guided tours, exhibitions, festivals and other placemaking programmes in Queenstown, Bukit Merah and Kallang-Whampoa.
More Details
What to bring?
- Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably!
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Please ensure that you bring along any personal medication. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.
Other important information
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the event for registration.
- The event will proceed rain or shine.
- Parking is available at Chinatown Complex. Alternative parking is available at Chinatown Point and Maxwell Food Centre.
- The venue is not wheelchair accessible.
- Photography is allowed at event premises.
Disclaimer
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- By agreeing to participate in the event, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
- It is compulsory for a parent/guardian to accompany any child of or under the age of 12.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
Time and Duration
Days & Dates
Wednesday, 9 August 2023
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
Meeting Point
Ending Point
Language(s) / Age Limit(s)
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