Malay Heritage Centre

The architecture of this former palace is simple but graceful. The exhibition inside is quite ok, nothing dazzling, but well design. the fountain at front is lovely.

Free admission for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Great idea for local residents learn about heritage and appreciate it. Courtesy from Heritage Board of Singapore.

Plenty of archived photos on days of old (I love!). Here's one on life by the river -- what Stamford Raffles wd hv encountered when he 1st arrvd in Singapore.

There's a well-preserved old movie projector on 1/F. Plus there's self-running nostalgic Malay movies . Thought I caught a glimpse of P. Ramlee in 1 of them

In the old days, making a pilgrimage to Mecca to perform the Haj involved making a 2-3 week-long journey on steamships. Here's a scene of pilgrims @ dock trying to board a ship

Lots of uncommon traditional Malay items on display, incl these kris (an asymmetrical dagger with a wavy blade)

Beautifully curated galleries that showcase Singapore's Malay roots. Visit their souvenir shop for unique and awesome gift items .

Open at 10am-6pm, closed on Monday.

Nice place, you get to learn about Malay

Worth a visit if one wants to find out more about Singapore Malay culture .

It an awesome vibe here! book launch of Kampong Tempe 23 July 2016

Like an indonesian culture ... Cmon men...

Currently under renovations

Still closed

Konsert Keronchong Seribu Satu Malam. phewit