What's On at ACM

Entrepreneurship and the batik industry in Pekalongan

Lectures In-Museum This lecture is free.

Wednesday, 27 November 2024, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM SGT

This talk discusses the development of Pekalongan's batik industry in the context of Indonesia's quest for independence, as well as shifting market forces within the nation and beyond.

Crossing Cultures at ACM: Festive Weekend

Programmes In-Museum Free admission to most activities

6–8 Dec 2024

Join us for a festive weekend at the museum to celebrate the year’s end! Enjoy upbeat performances, wine and dining workshops, and celebrations inspired by Asian traditions.

SLUMBER PARTY!

Programmes Free

Sunday, 24 November 2024, 11am–3pm

Put on your cosiest pyjamas and join us for a slumber party inspired by the pillow in the Ceramics Gallery!

Beyond the Pagodas

Lectures In-Museum FREE

2 November 2024, 10am-12nn

This talk puts the set of pagodas into context by examining four other types of models made at the Tushanwan workshop under the direction of the Jesuit priest Alois Beck.

William D. James

Lectures In-Museum This lecture is free. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

25 October 2024, 7-8 pm

In this talk, William D. James offers an alternative explanation on the timing and motives for the drawdown of Britain from its major military bases in Singapore, Malaysia, and the Arabian Peninsula midway through the Cold War based on on extensive archival research.