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5 mins walk from Raffles Place MRT Station (Exit H)
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Foreign Residents & Tourists | $25 (includes all-access admission to ACM)
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In celebration of our shared Southeast Asian heritage, ACM presents Batik Kita: Dressing in Port Cities, featuring over 100 pieces from overseas and local lenders, as well as many from our National Collection.
Dodot (ceremonial waist cloth) Java, Solo, around 1900 or earlier Batik tulis and goldleaf work prada. Cotton (two lengths sewn along the selvedge), natural dyes, gold leaf
This magnificent Dodot (ceremonial waist cloth) measures close to 4m long and 2m wide, and came to the Raffles Museum (predecessor of all Singapore museums) in the 1920s. The lozenge-shaped tengahan in white holds the ruler’s spiritual purity and marks the centrality of his position during ceremonies, while the rest of the cloth features Goldleaf work (also known as prada), attached to the cloth using fish-bone glue. Although both organic materials are diminishing with time, this dodot is presented one more time since its last public appearance more than two decades ago.
Silk batik shirt by Iwan Tirta worn by Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong at APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Bogor 1994, Indonesia. Together with other attending leaders, ESM Goh, then Prime Minister of Singapore, wore the shirt for the historic APEC ‘family photo’ session Iwan Tirta Batik tulis. Silk. On loan from Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong.
Sarong bukitan of daisies with racing green kepala and badan in salmon pink with latticework isen isen filling Java, Pekalongan, 1930s to 1960s Batik tulis. Cotton, synthetic dyes. Gift of Anne Soh Gwek Shin
Pop by our interpretive space at the Level 2 Foyer to learn how batiks are patterned and dyed – from the tools and materials to the meanings behind the motifs. Then try your hand at creating your own digital batik cap (stamped batik) at The Workbench.
Explore batik patterns and fashion in this family friendly activity trail. Pick up a copy for free at the Front Desk on Level 1. Trail is suitable for ages 7 and up, and available in English or Malay.
Download our activity trail here: Activity Trail (English) Activity Trail (Malay)
Keep a look out on this page for exciting special exhibition related programmes. Connect with us on www.acmevents.peatix.com or check our website www.nhb.gov.sg/acm for the latest programme updates and registration links.
Curator Tours
13 July, 10 August, 14 September 2022 7.30pm $30 per pax
Exclusive tour with exhibition curator Lee Chor Lin.
Register here.
Embracing Batik Weekend Festival
22 to 24 July 2022 1–5pm
Enjoy performances and activities inspired by batik, from keronchong performances and craft and design sessions to batik wearing workshops.
Crossing Cultures at ACM: Textiles and Fashion of Asia
2 to 4 September 2022 1–5pm
Featuring batik, discover textiles and fashions across Asia in specialised workshops, talks, and performances.
This month, Let’s Learn About…Porcelain! Discover objects from our collection made of this material, and create your own bowl out of clay!
Experience the heart of Asian culture with warm welcomes, full tables, and diverse delicacies at the museum!
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