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Sumatra: Isle of Gold

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0800

Known in ancient times as the ‘Island of Gold’, Sumatra was an early point of arrival for trade, new religions and ideas in Southeast Asia. Gold and natural resources made it a land of wealthy chiefs and princes and home to the powerful Srivijaya kingdom (7^th to the 13^th century).

These cross-cultural exchanges have created the unique and diverse Sumatra of today, known also for its natural attractions like Lake Toba. Discover Sumatra’s forgotten histories and unexpected richness through some 300 exhibits from the collections of the National Museum of Indonesia, the Museum Volkenkunde (National Museum of Ethnology), Leiden, the Asian Civilisations Museum and private collections in Sumatra: Isle of Gold. Look out for famous royal heirlooms such as the gold crown worn by the Sultan of Siak, treasures recovered from shipwrecks and ancient 2,500 year-old Bronze Age artefacts.

Sumatra: Isle of Gold is the first international touring show about Sumatran culture and is the highlight of the National Heritage Board’s (NHB) Fokus Indonesia Festival.

Supermighty! Heroes of Asia

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0800

Supermighty! Heroes of Asia is the ACM’s second exhibition curated especially for children! Featuring colourful displays and engaging artefacts from the ACM’s collection, the exhibition explores the legends behind some of the well-known and well-loved characters of Asian myths – many of whom are still well-known and often found in contemporary culture.

Some of the characters you will learn about in the exhibition include Hanuman the Monkey God of India, Rustam the dashing champion of Iran who defeated dragons and demons, and Mulan the warrior-maiden of Chinese legends. The exhibition also features a fun zone for hands on learning for kids.

National Day Open House

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 +0800

Head down to the Asian Civilisations Museum and enjoy a historical day out this National Day! Trace the history and evolution of Singapore’s main waterway in the Singapore River Gallery, where you can find out what life was like along the river banks as early as the 14th century.

The Great Sumatran Adventure

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0800

Explore the fascinating island of Sumatra where you can learn more about the rich heritage and cultures that make up Sumatra and its peoples at our special exhibition, Sumatra: Isle of Gold. Look out for exciting performances, and take part in cool craft activities and workshops tailored specially for children.