Tuesday, May 22, 2012

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Get out and explore Singapore with walking tours of National Monuments and historic sites within the Civic and Cultural District and surrounding areas. Bond with your family and friends as you uncover gems in Singapore’s past and present! Slots are limited, so register now to reserve your space. Rates are $10 (adult) and $5 (students and senior citizens).

The monuments covered in our March tours provide you a chance to immerse yourself in the grandeur of a building’s architecture, including the oldest church in Singapore, the Armenian Church. If you ever wanted to learn about the history and beauty of stained glass, don’t miss Stained Glass Stories, where you will learn how the significance of these stained glass contributed to the imposing architecture of the Church of St Joseph, Church of St Peter and St Paul and CHIJMES Chapel.

Don’t miss your chance, sign up NOW by sending an e-mail to: nhb_nationalmonuments@nhb.gov.sg !

 

S/N Tour synopsis Date and Time
1 Mission Possible
Get a historical and personal insight into how inspiration, faith, grit and destiny combined to make the seemingly insurmountable task of establishing Catholic churches in 19th century Singapore possible.Monuments covered: Church of St Joseph, Church of St Peter and St Paul and Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
Sat 10 March 10-     11.30am
2 Stained Glass Stories
Discover the origins and stories of magnificent stained glass found in Singapore’s churches and how they contribute to the emotional and visual power of neo-Gothic architecture.Monuments covered: Church of St Joseph, Church of St Peter and St Paul and CHIJMES Chapel
Sat 24 March 3-4.30pm
3 Coleman’s Classics
Trace the legacy of Singapore’s first architect, George Coleman and gain insights into the vision and personality of one who inspired many 19th and 20th century buildings in Singapore, a few of which still stand today.Monuments covered: The Arts House and Armenian Church
Sun, 1 April 3-4.30pm
4 Landmarks of Communities
Understand how the Armenians, British and Scots made their mark and established their roots in 19th century Singapore through religion, commerce and community. Do not miss the opportunity to get up close to the Armenian Church – the oldest church in Singapore!Monuments covered: Armenian Church, St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Raffles Hotel
Sat, 25 Feb 10-11.30am

 

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