Community Voices at Peranakan Museum: Gifting from the Heart by the Arab Peranakans

Experience sufra, an Arab Peranakan dining experience, through a sumptuous 4-course dinner. Discover Hadrami Arab hospitality, culture, and traditions through personal stories, music, and dance shared by the community during this dinner.

Presented by the Arab Network @ Singapore in partnership with the Peranakan Museum.

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Witness a unique Arab Peranakan wedding procession on Armenian Street led by matrimonial gift trays known as dulang hantaran and followed by two beautiful wedding couples in traditional and contemporary bridal attire by Ibtiiman Bridal.

The procession will be accompanied by live music and dance by musicians from The Samrah Club (Singapore).

Party and groove to the rhythmic Arabic music by the talented musicians from The Samrah Club (Singapore) on Armenian Street.

Get hands-on and create your own smocked brooch inspired by a traditional clothing item worn by Arab Peranakan children.

This activity is suitable for ages 10 and above with parental guidance due to the use of sewing needles.

*While supplies last.

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Join a community-led tour of the museum galleries, focusing on the culture and traditions of gifting in the Arab Peranakans community through personal stories and experiences.

This activity is suitable for ages 12 and above.

Explore the world of Arab fragrances, known as attar, in this workshop. Mr Ali Alhadi from Gifts of Adan will guide you through the evolution of attar, from traditional oil-based ingredients to modern oud-based perfumes. Learn how attar is not just a cosmetic product but also a customary gift at Arab Peranakan religious and cultural events.

This activity is strictly for ages 16 and above.

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Join us as Armenian Street transforms into PIXEL PARADISE! Inspired by the Peranakan Museum’s beaded objects and pixel video games, immerse yourself in a pixelated universe of playful art and gamified experiences. Meet other players, participate in challenges, and win rewards.