Project Rediscover: Telok Ayer 2021

Project Rediscover

An audio tour of Telok Ayer inspired by interviewees, featuring The TENG Ensemble. Presented by LASALLE College of the Arts and the Urban Redevelopment Authority as part of Project Rediscover 2021.

Episodes

  1. 04/15/2021

    Experience The Change At The Thian Hock Keng Mural

    Telok Ayer has a rich history everywhere you go! As we progress into the future, we will always remember those who were here before us. Featuring the Thian Hock Keng Mural by Singaporean Artist Yip Yew Chong.

    Experience The Change At The Thian Hock Keng Mural

  2. 04/15/2021

    Behind The Shophouses On Ang Siang Hill Park

    From a cemetery to plantation to a settlement, let Kwai Chin share about her life in a squatter settlement and the last well in Telok Ayer. Story Inspired by Cheong Kok Hwee, Former Resident of Telok Ayer (citystories.sg)

    Behind The Shophouses On Ang Siang Hill Park

  3. 04/15/2021

    Circle Back To Amoy Street

    Perseverance and resilience in the face of hardship against vices and diseases. Featuring the history of Chung Hwa Free Clinic (The Awesome Cafe) Featuring “Far From Home” by The TENG Ensemble

    Circle Back To Amoy Street

  4. 04/15/2021

    Telok Ayer Chinese Methodist Church - Fusion Of East & West

    The first Chinese Methodist Church in Singapore that has stood on Telok Ayer Street for more than a century! Story Inspired by Professor Tan Chew Lim, Former Resident of Telok Ayer & Member of Telok Ayer Chinese Methodist Church

    Telok Ayer Chinese Methodist Church - Fusion Of East & West

  5. 04/15/2021

    Foodies Pitstop At Amoy Street Food Centre

    Don’t forget to take a break and celebrate our melting pot of culture through mouth-watering local hawker favourites. Featuring Heritage Hawkers: Ah Seng Hai Nam Coffee & Hoo Kee Rice Dumpling Featuring “The Little White Boat” & “Hang Gai” by The TENG Ensemble

    Foodies Pitstop At Amoy Street Food Centre

  6. 04/15/2021

    Shophouses - Where You Live, Work & Play

    As you walk towards the junction of McCallum Street and Telok Ayer Street, check out the different styles of the shophouses. Let Mei Hwa, the youngest of 12 siblings, share about her childhood living in a shophouse. Story Inspired by Mr Ong Ping Ming, Former Resident of Telok Ayer

    Shophouses - Where You Live, Work & Play

  7. 04/15/2021

    Take A Walk To Al-Abrar Mosque

    Enjoy the sights and sounds of the busy streets of Telok Ayer. Meet Hassan, a Chulia immigrant who came to Singapore in 1940 with his father, a trader. Admire the facade of the Al-Albrar Mosque as he introduces the Indian-Muslim community of Telok Ayer. Story Inspired by Mr Meerasha, Elder of Al-Abrar Mosque

    Take A Walk To Al-Abrar Mosque

  8. 04/15/2021

    Exploring Thian Hock Keng Temple

    Meet Lim Siu Biao, a Chinese immigrant who came to Singapore in 1840 in search of a better life. Let him show you around Thian Hock Keng Temple - the oldest temple in Singapore. Featuring “Remembering” by the TENG Ensemble

    Exploring Thian Hock Keng Temple

  9. 04/15/2021

    Welcome To Telok Ayer!

    Starting at Telok Ayer Green, meet the DJs Ari & Walter as they bring us to where many immigrants arrived on Singapore’s shores!

    Welcome To Telok Ayer!
  • 9 Episodes

About

An audio tour of Telok Ayer inspired by interviewees, featuring The TENG Ensemble. Presented by LASALLE College of the Arts and the Urban Redevelopment Authority as part of Project Rediscover 2021.

Information