The Singapore HeritageFest (SHF) is a signature event organised by the National Heritage Board’s Education and Outreach Division. It is held annually during the month of July. Over the past years, the festival’s specially-organised exhibitions, treasure hunts, heritage trails, competitions, movie screenings and performances have worked towards raising awareness and appreciation for Singapore's heritage. In a survery in 2008, 89% of respondents reported having an enjoyable time at the festival in 2007, and 72% even said they would return for 2008. The festival won its first award- the Uniquely Singapore Award for the 2006 festival at the 21st Singapore Tourism Awards!
The theme for the SHF is different every year. In 2009, the theme was “Who’s your neighbour”. The lively cultures, age-old traditions, music and dynamic art would bring you non-stop discovery about your neighbours and others around you. There are various events such exhibitions and daily cultural performances that will take place in different venues. At Suntec City, you would get to know about our people who live in nearby countries such as Korea, Philippines and Myanmar through their festivals. The dazzling costumes, pulsating music, exciting mix of traditional cultural performances had make the SFH a very successful one in 2009.The festival celebrates Singapore's diverse, multicultural heritage. Through the many fun, educational and interactive programmes planned, the festival aims to share with everyone stories or aspects of our heritage and shared culture.
So come join us in 2010 and immerse yourself in Singapore’s multicultural heritage through this festival’s exhibitions, heritage tours, concerts and etc. These activities will appeal to both the young and the old. These events will also bring you on a journey to discover more about Singapore and the things that make us unique!
A Slideshow of more pictures from the Singapore Heritage Festival!
References: SHF Shaunwong
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