1. Nyonya Needlework: Embroidery and Beadwork in the Peranakan World, Peranakan Museum
Celebrate one of the most vibrant cultures in Singapore at the Peranakan Museum from now till March next year. The exhibition will showcase the traditional Peranakan art of embroidery and beadwork, giving visitors an in-depth look into the intricate craft of gold threads and silk.
The show is divided into five sections, ranging from auspicious emblems and symbols, creative hands: makers and methods, to the diverse styles of Indonesia, Malacca, Singapore and Penang. One of the key highlights is the beaded wedding valence dating back to 1848 in Indonesia, which shows early influence and adaptation from Chinese embroidery.
Those wanting a more immersive experience can look forward to Straits Family Sunday: All Sewed Up where you can make your very own Peranakan accessory or go for Peranakan Beadwork with Raymond Wong to take your first step into this intricate craft (S$50/session).
24 June 2016 to 26 March 2017
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (9:00 PM on Friday)
Peranakan Museum
39 Armenian Street
Singapore 179941
+65 6332 7591
nhb_pm_vs@nhb.gov.sg
2. PAssionArts Festival 2016, Various Locations
Celebrating the best of Singapore, this year’s PAssionArts Festival has 30,000 residents of different ages, races and backgrounds co-creating 160 pieces of large-scale art. They will be displayed on the external wall facades of HDB blocks and six private condominiums across the island, adding a whole lot of colour and joy to our garden city – just in time for National Day!
And, all month long, there will be tons of activities, including silent disco, art trails and singing festivals for young and old. Check out their schedule and get updated on their Facebook page.
Various Locations
3. Art Apart Fair 8th Edition, Isetan Wisma Atria Level 2
Art Apart Fair returns for its 8th edition with a special focus – how art merges and mingles with our living space. It will transform Isetan Wisma Atria into an art lovers eclectic dreamscape, welcoming both casual enthusiasts and serious collectors to interact with the enchanting interior.
There will also be talks, workshops, tours such as Collecting Vintage Furniture by Anita Sam for those wanting to add a little old school charm to their homes or Creating Flowers & Wine Gift by William Seah and Dan Takeda to really impress your special someone. Auctions will also be held for those want to bring home a piece of the pie. All the details, including date and time are on their Facebook.
11 July to 28 August 2016
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Isetan Wisma Atria
435 Orchard Road, Unit 01-02 C, D, E
Singapore 238877
artapartsingapore@gmail.com
4. Christianity in Asia: Sacred Art & Visual Splendor, Asian Civilization Museum
For the first time worldwide, ACM presents a special exhibition on the history and spread of Christian art in Asia. The exhibition looks at art spanning across 800 years from the 13th to the 20th century, where Asian art blends European Christian subjects with local motifs and patterns or is made with distinctive local materials.
It will be quite a treat! There are over 150 objects from six countries (including Singapore) and 20 acclaimed institutions and private collections on display. All will be complimented by ACM’s already rich collection, including the largest known Sri Lankan ivory sculpture of the Virgin.
Those wanting an in-depth experience can go for the Christianity in Asia Curator Tour. They will be held on 26 August and 9 September 2016, from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at S$25 per session.
27 May to 11 September 2016
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Asian Civilization Museum
1 Empress Pl, Singapore 179555
+65 6332 7798
5. Odyssey: Navigating Nameless Seas, Singapore Art Museum
Embark on an artistic exploration of the ocean as seen through the eyes of contemporary artists at SAM. The exhibition will present artworks by 11 artists from Southeast Asia and beyond, along with a Research Room featuring loans from the Republic of Singapore Navy Museum. Accompanying the show will be artist and curated tours and workshops conducted by the Republic of Singapore Navy.
4 June to 28 August 2016
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (9:00 PM on Friday)
Singapore Art Museum
71 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189555
+65 6589 9580
6. The O.P.E.N by Club Malam
Club Malam is back with The O.P.E.N. Inspired by Singapore’s night scenes of the 1940s and 1950s, the event invites all to an unabashedly leap forward into an imagined space and time for a night of freedom and adventure. Highlights include Speak Cryptic’s The Tribe, performances by Senyawa, installations by Julius Von Bismarck and more. Find out more at their official site.
7 July 2016
6:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Old Kallang Airport
7. FUTURE WORLD: Where Art Meets Science, ArtScience Museum
ArtScience Museum’s popular permanent exhibition welcomes July with a string of talks and activities for the young and old. Starting from 9 July, Saturdays will play host to interactive plays at various zones along with Creative Aquarium and Drop-In Paper Craft in the Rainbow Room for the whole family to explore their artistic side.
Check out their programme schedule here.
9 July – 31 July 2016
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (last admission 6:00 PM)
10 Bayfront Avenue (Next to Marina Bay Sands)
8. Make Your Own Soap Gems with Van Cleef & Arpels, ArtScience Museum
Add a little bling to your bathrooms with your very own soap gems – Van Cleef & Arpels inspired, at that! Happening every Friday from 8 July onwards, visitors can learn about different cuts of the gemstones while making their unique three-dimensional soap gem.
8 July – 31 July 2016
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
10 Bayfront Avenue (Next to Marina Bay Sands)
9. ArtScience On Screen, ArtScience Museum
Immerse in the beauty of nature with two cinematic homages to Mother Earth with ArtScience On Screen. The screening starts off with Academy Award nominated Whale Rider by Niki Caro, which tells the moving story of a young Māori girl who challenges tradition and embraces nature in order to find the strength to lead her people forward. It shares the same space with Anima Mundi by Godfrey Reggio, which alternates with the former starting from 8 July 2016. In this short documentary, Godfrey pays homage to the boundless variety of species, systems and elements that form this spectacular and harmonious whole we know today.
Check out their programme schedule here.
1 July – 31 July 2016
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (last admission 6:00 PM)
Expression Gallery Level 4
10 Bayfront Avenue (Next to Marina Bay Sands)
