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MALAY
HERITAGE
CENTRE
Programme Booklet 2015
JUL-SEP
CONTENTS
EXHIBITIONS
Exhibition: MARANTAU 02
| Community
Dima Bumi Dipijak Di Sinan Langik Dijunjuang
08 | Exhibition: Seberang Tambak
09 | Travelling Exhibition: Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Exhibition: Malay Pioneer Series:
10
| Travelling
Teachers, Writers, Activists
SPECIAL PROGRAMMES
11 | Hari Raya Open House & Racial Harmony Day
12 | Warisan Kita (Our Heritage) Mural Art Workshop
13 | Aliwal Night Crawl & The Gamelan Circle
14 | Bulan Bahasa Programmes
REGULAR PROGRAMMES
15 | Neighbourhood Sketches
16 | Yok Sembang Gendang!
17 | Let’s Play!: Traditional Malay Games
Galleries Alive!
18
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- Traditional Malay Music
- Traditional Wayang Kulit
- Kampong Gelam Tales: A Dramatised Tour
19 | Community Learning Fund (CLF)
20 | Guided Tour
EXHIBITIONS | 02
MARANTAU: MIGRATION
AND INTEGRATION OF THE
MINANGKABAU COMMUNITY
IN SINGAPORE
DATE
17 May 13 September 2015
TIME
10.00am – 6.00pm
VENUE
Gallery 1 and 2
ADMISSION
Free
Co-organised by the Malay Heritage Centre and the Singapore Minangkabau
Association, the MARANTAU exhibition presents the Minangkabau community
in Singapore, whose ancestral homelands are the highlands and coast of West
Sumatra, and their heritage. Featuring artefacts ranging from rich gold-woven
songket textiles to traditional instruments, the exhibition highlights the marantau
tradition where young men are encouraged to leave their hometowns and seek
their fortunes elsewhere as well as matrilineal system of the Minangkabau society.
Accompanying the exhibition is a host of exciting cultural programmes from music,
dance, craft and culinary demonstrations to public talks.
What The Logo Represents
The MARANTAU logo depicts a lion-headed
ship carrying the Minangkabau ceremonial
flag (marawa) to represent the migration of
the local Minangkabau community from West
Sumatra to Singapore. The marawa is shown
here on two levels: firstly, the shape of the
coloured ‘sails’ allude to the buffalo horn-shaped roofs of Minangkabau houses, a
quintessential cultural emblem. Secondly, the tri-colours – red, yellow and black –
symbolise the characters of each of the three main regions: Luhak Nan Tigo, Luhak
Tanahdatar and Luhak Limopuluah Koto respectively. Together, they stand for Alam
Minangkabau or the Minangkabau world.
SEMINAR
The Minangkabau Legacy to The Malay World
DATE
Saturday, 25 July
TIME
2.30pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
SPEAKER
Tan Sri Dr. Rais Yatim
For this Distinguished Speaker Seminar, we will be inviting Tan Sri Dr. Rais Yatim, a
prominent political Minangkabau figure in Malaysia, who is currently the President
of International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM).
Rivers & Footpaths As A Motivating Factor of Minangkabau Migration To Malay
Peninsula Until The Early 20th Century
DATE
Sunday, 2 August
TIME
11.00am
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
SPEAKER
Prof. Dr. Gusti Asnan
This seminar by Prof. Dr. Gusti Asnan will look into the factors that motivated the
migration of the Minangkabau people to the Malay Peninsula from the social,
political and economic aspects.
Tadarus Cinta Buya Pujangga
DATE
Sunday, 2 August
TIME
2.30pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
SPEAKER
Akmal Nasery Basral
For this seminar, writer and literacy figure, Akmal Nasery Basral will discuss his
novel, Tadarus Cinta Buya Pujangga, which is a fictional book that traces the life
of well-known Indonesian literary figure of Minangkabau descent, Hamka, or also
known as Haji Abdul Malik Karim Amrullah.
* In Bahasa Indonesia
03 | EXHIBITIONS
MARANTAU: PROGRAMMES
EXHIBITIONS | 04
MARANTAU: PROGRAMMES
Prominent Minangkabaus in Singapore: Zubir Said, Yusof and Rahim Ishak
DATE
Saturday, 15 August
TIME
2.30pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
SPEAKER
Assoc. Prof Lily Zubaidah
Rahim & Puan Sri Datin
Dr Rohana Zubir
This seminar will give audience a special glimpse into the lives of two very prominent
local Minangkabau figures - Yusof Ishak (first president of Singapore) and Zubir
Said (the lauded composer who wrote Singapore’s national anthem). Assoc. Prof Lily
Zubaidah and Dr Rohana will be talking about their families.
Dr Lily, being the niece of Yusof Ishak will talk about the lineage and legacy of the
Yusof Ishak family. In the same vein, Dr Rohana, daughter of Pak Zubir, will bring us
through some episodes in his life that portrays Pak Zubir as a son, as a husband and
a family man and friend; as a worker; as a mentor, and above all as a musician who
was single minded in his drive to achieve the very best, and to do the best he could,
within many trials and constraints.
Talk/Demo: Koto Gadang : Sulam, Tenun, Renda dan Keunikannya
(Koto Gadang: Embroidery, Weaving, Lace & Their Uniqueness)
DATE
Saturday, 22 August
TIME
2.30pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
SPEAKER
Sita Dewi Razai
Rich and luxurious textiles are often associated with Minangkabau culture. This
lecture will highlight the different techniques of embroidery, weaving and lacemaking (or edge-making) which are characteristic of the Koto Gadang region. There
will also be some demonstration of these techniques at the end of the seminar.
* In Bahasa Indonesia
Matrilineal Society of Minangkabau
DATE
Saturday, 5 September
TIME
5.00pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
SPEAKER
Prof. Dr. Puti Reno
Raudhah Thaib
This seminar will talk about the matrilineal Minangkabau community where
ownership of family’s property is passed from mothers to daughters for generations
with Professor Dr Puti Reno Raudhah Thaib from Andalas University, Padang.
*In Bahasa Minangkabau with English translation
PERFORMANCE
Minang Songs & Dance II
DATE
Friday, 24 July
TIME
8.30pm
VENUE
Bussorah Mall
PERFORMER
Sumbar Talenta
Don’t miss out on a musical evening with Sumbar Talenta as they bring to you various
traditional Minangkabau songs and dances like the tari pasambahan and tari piring!
Minang Fashion Show
DATE
Saturday, 25 July
TIME
7.30pm
VENUE
Bussorah Mall
PERFORMER
Sumbar Talenta
As part of Aliwal Night Crawl, Malay Heritage Centre presents a Minang Fashion
Show which will showcase the rich Minangkabau textile tradition like the songket.
Textile and fashion lovers out there should not miss out on this parade of colourful
traditional costumes from the various regions of West Sumatra.
Barayo di Rumah Gadang (Hari Raya Celebrations at the Rumah Gadang)
DATE
Sunday, 2 August
TIME
5.00pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
Celebrate this festive Hari Raya season Minangkabau-style with songs and dances
that are sure to uplift your mood!
Dance-Theatre: Sauik Randai Manjalang Rang Rantau Mandakekan Hati
DATE
Saturday, 15 August
TIME
5.00pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
PERFORMER
Indojati
Enjoy this unique randai performance by the Indojati group from West Sumatra
which combines songs, dance, drama and silat (traditional Malay martial arts).
05 | EXHIBITIONS
MARANTAU: PROGRAMMES
EXHIBITIONS | 06
MARANTAU: PROGRAMMES
Rambun Pamenan
DATE
Saturday, 22 August
TIME
5.00pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
PERFORMER
Tuah Serantau
This randai (dance-theatre) tells the story of Rambun Pamenan, a chivalrous
young man who faced many challenges in his effort to save his widowed
mother, the beautiful Linduang Bulan from the clutches of the evil king,
Raja Angek Garang.
Tari Sumarak Rumah Gadang
DATE
Saturday, 5 September
TIME
2.30pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
PERFORMER
Giring-giring Bambu
In this dance, the important role of Bundo Kanduang (or Mother) in the Minangkabau
society is highlighted whereby all activities under the roof are managed by her. This
section will also feature other dance and musical performances uniquely from the
West Sumatera region.
*All information is correct at time of print and registration is required for the above
programmes. To register, email us at NHB_MHC_Programmes@nhb.gov.sg or call 6391
0450. For more information, visit us at www.malayheritage.org.sg
About the Se-Nusantara Series
The MARANTAU exhibition is the second installation of an annual exhibition series
at MHC. Each year, an exhibition featuring an ethnic sub-group of the Malays
in Singapore will be presented in partnership with a community partner as an
exhibition by the ethnic sub-group about their community for MHC visitors. The
title, Se-Nusantara, which means “of the same (Malay-Indonesian) Archipelago”,
expresses the series’ main aim to discover our shared heritage, culture and
values through community-created exhibitions as a celebration of the rich ethnic
diversity of the Malays in Singapore.
About Singapore Minangkabau Association (SMA)
The Singapore Minangkabau Association (SMA) was established on 31 August 1995
with a mission to preserve and promote the Minangkabau culture in Singapore
as well as to introduce and educate on Minangkabau customs and traditions to
Singaporeans and non-Singaporeans. In 1996, SMA was the bestowed the honour of
the Custodian of Minangkabau Culture, Traditions and Customs in Singapore by the
Governor of West Sumatra, Indonesia (the homeland of the Minangkabau people).
Comprising an executive committee and three sub-committees (Women’s, Youth
and Culture), SMA has built a network with Minang and non-Minang associations
across Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Terengganu in Malaysia and Riau, Batam,
Bandung and West Sumatra in Indonesia. Currently, SMA has more than 250
members including support from local Minang-run businesses such as the nasi
padang restaurants around Kampong Gelam.
07 | EXHIBITIONS
MARANTAU: EXHIBITON
EXHIBITIONS | 08
SEBERANG TAMBAK
DATE
25 April to 12 July 2015
TIME
10.00am - 6.00pm
VENUE
MHC Permanent
Galleries (Finale)
ADMISSION
Free Admission
This exhibition takes on the dynamic idea of being a Malaysian and being a
Singaporean. From being under the same political entity known as Malay and now,
two separate nation states or ‘next-door neighbours’. Hence it is inescapable that
both countries share much in common like our love for food and preferring the
English football league over other European leagues.
However, with the modern nation-state framework i.e. post-1965, being Malaysian
or being Singaporean seems to increasingly suggest an unsurmountable gulf. It
seems like we are geographically side by side but mentally further than ever before.
This exhibition features artists from both sides of the causeway and will travel
between both countries. However, rather than just an arbitrary SingaporeMalaysia selection, most of these artists, if not all, have been involved in one way
or another with these two countries. Either through migration, working, education
or even having familial ties across both sides, this exhibition is ultimately about a
conversation between two countries – a conversation which we both used to have
more often, not too long ago.
Artists:
Yusof Ghani | M. Nasir | S. Amin Shahab | Rizhar A. Rahim | Ahmad Abu Bakar
Mohammad Din Mohammad | Latiff Mohidin | Yusman Aman
DATE
12 June to 20 July 2015
21 July to 16 August 2015
VENUE
One KM, 11 Tanjong Katong Road
Malay Heritage Centre
Hari Raya Travelling Exhibition
Did you know that Hari Raya Aidilfitri is not the Muslim New Year as the festival
is held on the 10th month of the Islamic calendar? Find out more interesting
facts about the festival and the month of Ramadan as the Malay Heritage Centre
presents our Hari Raya travelling exhibition, which showcases the journey from
Ramadan to Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Learn more about what fasting (puasa) is all about
and the preparation which leads up to the festival itself!
*For enquiries and further details, call 6391 0450 (Tue-Sun 10.00am – 6.00pm)
or email NHB_MHC_Programmes@nhb.gov.sg
09 | EXHIBITIONS
HARI RAYA AIDILFITRI 2015
EXHIBITIONS |10
MALAY PIONEER SERIES:
TEACHERS – WRITERS –
ACTIVISTS
The second instalment of the Malay
Pioneers Series produced by the
Malay Heritage Centre highlights
four distinguished writers and two
pioneering organisations from the
Malay community who, at various
moments, wore multiple hats as
teachers, writers or activists.
Hiboran Issue No. 522, 13 August 1957 |
Malay Heritage Centre Collection
Although this modest exhibition
can only foreground these six, they
are by no means the only examples
to take note of and serve as an
introduction and glimpse into one
of the most intense periods of Malay
development. In fact, it was the contributions of an entire generation of creative
and passionate people, geared towards self-determination of national identity
and governance, which helped paved the way to decolonisation and the eventual
independence of Malaya, then Singapore.
The Teachers-Writers-Activists exhibition was developed in partnership with NUS
High School of Mathematics and Science, and Tanjong Katong Secondary School
whose student researchers conducted interviews with representatives from the
organisations featured and also contributed to the selection process of archival
materials.
For more information on the travelling venues, visit www.malayheritage.org.sg or
call 6391 0450 (Tue – Sun, 10.00am – 6.00pm)
DATE
Friday, 7 August 2015
TIME
10.00am - 6.00pm
VENUE
Malay Heritage Centre
ADMISSION
Free Admission
This August, the Malay Heritage Centre will be celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri
and Racial Harmony Day in a one-day event. Together with Sun Yat Sen Nanyang
Memorial Hall and the Indian Heritage Centre, 2015’s celebration hopes to highlight
the inclusiveness and harmony of Singapore’s different ethnic groups.
There will be cultural showcases, craft activities and games that are commonly
shared between all the races in Singapore plus a unique performance by a
multicultural choir. Do also sample food items from the different communities and
learn how every race has learnt and borrowed from each other to make Singapore
a truly multiracial and multicultural society. So come and celebrate Hari Raya and
our multiculturalism with a whole day of activities!
For enquiries and further details, call 6391 0450 (Tue-Sun 10.00am – 6.00pm)
or email NHB_MHC_Programmes@nhb.gov.sg
11 | SPECIAL PROGRAMMES
HARI RAYA OPEN HOUSE &
RACIAL HARMONY DAY
SPECIAL PROGRAMMES |12
WARISAN KITA (OUR HERITAGE)
MURAL ART WORKSHOP
DATE
12 June to 9 August 2015*
TIME
4.00pm – 6.00pm
VENUE
Malay Heritage Centre
In conjunction with the Golden Jubilee SG50 celebrations, the Malay Heritage
Foundation is excited to present a series of mural art workshops. Join us and
learn from experienced potters and ceramic artists who have been trained by 1988
Cultural Medallion winner for visual arts, Mr Iskandar Jalil.
The theme for the mural wall art at Malay Heritage Centre is, “What does it mean
to you as a Singaporean, given our various cultural backgrounds.” Like the pieces
of a jigsaw puzzle that eventually form a beautiful picture, each of us plays a crucial
role in contributing and enriching the multi-layered tapestry of our culture and
heritage. Be part of this collaborative art-making process to express Singapore’s
rich and diverse cultural heritage!
*Limited spaces available. To check on the available dates and to register, contact
6299 5503 or email secretariat@mhf.org.sg
Organised by:
A Tribute to Yasmin Ahmad
DATE
Saturday & Sunday,
25 & 26 July
TIME
4.30pm – 11.00pm
VENUE
MHC Auditorium
Admission
Free with Registration
In conjunction with Aliwal Night Crawl, Causeway Exchange presents
“A Tribute to Yasmin Ahmad”. Starting off the evening will be an “in conversation”
with her sister, Datin Orked Ahmad. The session will also feature screenings of
Yasmin Ahmad’s films such as Mukhsin, Talentime and Rabun, all well-known in
both Singapore and across the causeway.
Limited spaces available. All information is correct at time of print.
To register, visit yasmin.peatix.com
THE GAMELAN CIRCLE
DATE
Saturday, 1 August
PERFORMER
Lianhua Primary School
Saturday, 8 August
Evergreen Secondary School
TIME
5.00pm – 6.00pm
Javanese gamelan music is an art form that has existed for about a thousand years.
From the empires of Medang and Majapahit to the sultanates of Surakarta and
Yogyakarta, gamelan has been performed in courts, rituals and many other official
events. Gamelan can also be found in the region of West Java as well as the island
of Bali. Until now, gamelan music has always been a form of community activity for
people to come together to play and appreciate gamelan music.
For the month of August, Gamelan Asmaradana will be presenting a series of open
workshops to highlight and share this great music tradition. Participants will be
exposed to the instruments, playing techniques as well as learning and playing cultures
in gamelan. We also invited various gamelan ensembles from the different institutions
and organisations to be part of this Gamelan Circle!
For enquiries and further details, call 6391 0450 (Tue-Sun 10.00am – 6.00pm)
or email NHB_MHC_Programmes@nhb.gov.sg
13 | SPECIAL PROGRAMMES
ALIWAL NIGHT CRAWL
SPECIAL PROGRAMMES |14
BULAN BAHASA PROGRAMMES
Join us for the Bulan Bahasa festivities at the Malay Heritage Centre as we present
a wide array of programmes, ranging from wayang kulit and sajak (Malay poetry)
workshops to dance, drama and dikir barat performances!
Projek 3: Garisan Masa
DATE
Saturday, 18 September 2015
Sunday, 19 September 2015
VENUE
Malay Heritage Centre
Garisan Masa allows the audience to experience a wonderful journey via three
stories, bringing them to different eras – 50 years ago to our modern Singapore
after the separation between Singapore and Malaysia.
The Rising Star Project
DATE
Saturday, 26 September 2015
VENUE
Malay Heritage Centre
With the aim of developing the innate artistic abilities of youths via a dynamic
learning process, The Rising Star Project (TRSP) will be featuring music, dance,
drama and dikir barat performances.
For more information, visit www.mbms.sg
Set along the vibrant esplanade of Bussorah Street, visitors will get a chance to
sample the rich Malay culture presented in the style of street performances. From
martial arts to songs of worship, Neighbourhood Sketches will have something for
every type of culture vulture.
DATE
28 & 29 August,
25 & 26 September 2015
Last Friday and Saturday of the month
TIME
8.30pm onwards
(Performance will commence after
+ prayers)
conclusion of Isya’
VENUE
Bussorah Mall
The dates and timing of Neighbourhood Sketches will be published on MHC’s website and
may be subjected to change. Kindly check our website www.malayheritage.org.sg, Facebook
page or Visitor Services for more information and updates.
15 | REGULAR PROGRAMMES
NEIGHBOURHOOD SKETCHES
REGULAR PROGRAMMES |16
YOK SEMBANG GENDANG!
‘Yok Sembang Gendang!’ is a
monthly community engagement
avenue dedicated to sharing
rhythms, grooves and drums
of the Malay Archipelago. NADI
Singapura welcomes enthusiasts
of all ages and anyone who wishes
to participate and to experience
the unique vibrant drumming style
originating from this region.
DATE
Saturday, 25 July, 22 August
and 26 September 2015
TIME
5.00pm – 6.00pm
VENUE
MHC Courtyard 1
For enquiries and further details, call 6391 0450 (Tue-Sun 10.00am – 6.00pm)
or email NHB_MHC_Programmes@nhb.gov.sg
Come and learn more about
traditional Malay games at the
Malay Heritage Centre! Learn skills
you will need to play capteh, main
lereng (wheel spinning), congkak
(traditional Malay board game), batu
seremban (five stones) and many
more. This 45-minute session will
also invite participants to use their
creativity as they invent new and fun
games with new found items.
DATE
Every Tuesday
TIME
10.00am – 10.45am
& 3.00pm – 3.45pm
VENUE
Malay Heritage Centre
For enquiries and further details, call 6391 0450 (Tue-Sun 10.00am – 6.00pm)
or email NHB_MHC_Programmes@nhb.gov.sg
17 | REGULAR PROGRAMMES
LET’S PLAY!:
TRADITIONAL MALAY GAMES
REGULAR PROGRAMMES |18
GALLERIES ALIVE!
Watch the Malay Heritage Centre’s permanent galleries come alive with live
performances of traditional music or enjoy a wayang kulit performance as our
dalang tells the stories of Sang Kancil and his adventures.
DATE
Traditional Malay Music : Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
Wayang Kulit : Every 3rd Thursday of the month
TIME
10.00am – 10.45am
VENUE
MHC Muzik Gallery
Kindly check our website www.malayheritage.org.sg or Visitor Services for more
information and updates.
Kampong Gelam Tales: A Dramatised Tour
Take a peek into the lives of several historical figures through this interactive tour
at the Malay Heritage Centre. Join us for the Kampong Gelam Tales: A Dramatised
Tour and be captivated by pieces of Singapore’s history.
Visit www.malayheritage.org.sg for updates on the available dates.
Calling all teachers and students! Do you have a project, programme or
performance that will complement or showcase the heritage of the Malay Heritage
Centre’s permanent galleries or promote Malay heritage and culture? If you do,
submit your proposals to MHC’s Community Learning Fund for funding support of
up to $2,000 per school.
For queries and applications, please contact Mr Muhammad Qazim at Muhammad_Qazim_
Abdul_Karim@nhb.gov.sg
19 | REGULAR PROGRAMMES
COMMUNITY LEARNING FUND
REGULAR PROGRAMMES | 20
GUIDED TOUR
Join our free guided tours of MHC’s permanent galleries and learn more about
Kampong Gelam as well as its significance to the Malay community from our
museum docents.
DATE
Tuesday – Friday: 11.00 am
Saturday - Sunday : 2.00pm*
VENUE
MHC Permanent Galleries
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
• Registration and starting point for free guided tours are at the
Visitor Services Counter
• Tours are conducted in English.
• Tour duration: 1 h 15 mins.
• Limited to 20 pax/tour.
• For groups of more than 20 pax, it is advisable to book your tours
3 weeks in advance.
• For corporate or special needs tours, please email your request to
NHB_MHC@nhb.gov.sg
*The availability of the guided tours is subject to the availability of our volunteer docents.
ABOUT MALAY
HERITAGE CENTRE
Officially re-opened by Prime Minister
Lee Hsien Loong in September 2012,
the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC)
showcases the history, culture and
contributions of the Malay community
within the context of Singapore’s
history and multi-cultural society.
destination of historical and cultural
significance for both Singaporeans and
international visitors.
MHC is under the management of the
National Heritage Board in partnership
with The Malay Heritage Foundation.
MHC’s permanent galleries focus on
the history of Kampong Gelam and
showcase an interesting collecting of
artefacts from the National Collection
and the Malay community. Through
its exhibitions and programmes,
the centre aspires to be a vibrant
Organised by
A Heritage Institution of
Supported by
In Celebration of
VISITORS INFORMATION
ADDRESS:
85 Sultan Gate, Singapore 198501
OPENING HOURS:
Tuesday – Sunday, 10.00am – 6.00pm
Closed on Monday
Last admission at 5.30pm
GETTING TO MHC:
Nearest MRT Stations
Bugis (East-West Line)
Nicoll Highway (Circle Line)
Bus Services
2,7,10,12,14,16,32,33,51,61,63,70,80,100,
107,130,133,145,175,196,197,961,980
CONTACT US AT:
www.malayheritage.org.sg
facebook.com/malayheritage
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Aliwal Street, Kandahar Street,
Pahang Street, Textile Centre, Sultan Plaza
Instagram: @malayheritage
NHB_MHC@nhb.gov.sg
+65 6391 0450
All information is correct at the time of printing.
Free entry for Singaporeans & PRs.