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Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) is situated amidst the Istana Kampong Gelam, Gedung Kuning and the surrounding Kampong Gelam precinct, and acts as a vital heritage institution for the Malay community in Singapore.
Officially opened by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in June 2005, the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) provides wonderful cultural exposure and learning opportunities for visitors of all ages and interests.
The Malay Heritage Centre (Malay: Taman Warisan Melayu; Jawi: تامن واريثن ملايو ) is a cultural centre and museum located at Sultan Gate off Beach Road in Kampong Glam, Singapore. Its primary focus is to showcase the heritage and history of Malay Singaporeans.
Beautifully restored to its former glory, the Malay Heritage Centre sits within these well-preserved grounds and is a must-visit for anyone interested in understanding the history of Singapore’s Malay community.
It's now a museum, its galleries exploring Malay-Singaporean culture and history, from the early migration of traders to Kampong Glam to the development of Malay-Singaporean film, theatre, music and publishing. Free guided tours run at 11am Tue-Fri and at 2pm Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Officially re-opened by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in September 2012, the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) showcases the history, culture and contributions of the Malay community within the context of Singapore's history and multi-cultural society.
Officially opened by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in June 2005, the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) provides wonderful cultural exposure and learning opportunities for visitors of all ages and interests.
Come and experience the rich culture, history and heritage of the Malay Singaporeans at the Malay Heritage Centre Singapore. Since its opening in 2005, the Malay Heritage Centre has quickly become a popular tourist attraction as the Centre provides a stimulating cultural experience and learning opportunity for tourists and residents alike.
Malay Heritage Centre. Learn about the rich culture, history and heritage of Malay Singaporeans here. Get Directions. Add to Itinerary. “Sila masuk”. It means “please come in” in Malay, a term used to welcome someone into a Malay home.
From the vibrant street art along Haji Lane to the majestic charm of Sultan Mosque, you will find an interesting blend of Chinese, Malay, Indian and European cultures all in Kampong Gelam.
