Globalising the Local ( a forum organised by the Singapore Heritage Society) 4 November 2013 In December 2012 the historic Singapore Botanic Gardens became a nominee for UNESCO World Heritage site status. In October 2013 Bukit Brown was selected by the World Monuments Fund to be included in the 2014 World Monuments Watch list. Two equally deserving heritage sites on different pathways towards international recognition. What does it mean to be recognised as a World Heritage site or to […]
The Victorian Learning Journey at Bukit Brown This week, on the 29th(Tuesday) and 30th (Wednesday) October, a total of 240 students and teachers from the Victoria School fanned out over the hills of Bukit Brown for a “living” history lesson. They were not led by the Brownies but by the teachers and designated student leaders. Over 2 weekends before, the teachers and selected students underwent a crash course with Brownies Fabian Tee and Steven Toong. Steven took the morning […]
Nov 2nd, Saturday. Time: 8.30am – 11.30am Meeting place: Under the ‘ole, beautiful and endangered rain tree, on your left just as you enter the gates Bukit Brown is on the World Monuments Watch list 2014 . Find out what makes this a heritage site worthy of preserving. http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=7930 Fabian and Steven will introduce you to some notable pioneers who have made great contributions to Singapore and the region in the first half of the 20th century, and the […]
Sunday 3rd November 2013 : 9 am to 12 pm. Meeting Point: Bukit Brown Under the Rain tree at the roundabout. Bukit Brown is now a threatened heritage site under the Worlds Monuments Watch 2014 Take a walk with Raymond Goh, aka “tomb whisperer” who has been exploring Bukit Brown since 2006 and has helped more than 100 families find their ancestors. Discover for yourself a hidden heritage jewel nestled in a tranquil oasis that you never knew existed […]
