Heritage Heritage BadgeBadge

ObjectivesObjectives

To promote awareness of our National Heritage among students.

To know the role of National Heritage Board in Singapore’s history, culture and heritage.

To help students prepare fortheir Heritage Project

Components of the Heritage Badge

1.Lessons on Singapore’s Heritage

2.Proficiency (Theory) Test

3.Learning Journey to selected heritage site(s)

4.Project of the chosen heritage sitea. Brochureb. Videoc. Game Set / Board Gamed. Organising Heritage Trail for peers / primary school studentse. Research Workf. Volunteer at Singapore Heritage Festival

Assessment Criteria

Proficiency (Theory) Test – 30%-Tested from the introductory lesson

Project – 70%-Content 30 marks-Presentation 10 marks-Organisation 10 marks-Relevance 20 marks

Total : 100 marks

Part 1Information on

National Heritage Board

The forming of the National Heritage Board (NHB)

Formed on 1st August 1993

AimsFoster nationhoodPromote identity buildingChampion the development of cultural &

heritage of Singapore

Their Vision (what do they wish for)To make heritage an enriching part of

everyone's life

Part 2Members of the NHB Family

National Museum of Singapore

Located at Fort Canning RoadOpened in 1887 by Sir Frederick Weld, Governor of Straits Settlements.Formerly known as Raffles Library and Museum.Well known for natural history of Southeast Asia & ethnology and archeology collections.Renamed as National Museum in 1965, separated from the Library.Latest renovations completed and reopened in 2006.

Asian Civilisation Museum (ACM)

Opened on 21 April 1997.Located at Armenian StreetIts displays focus on Peranakan cultureArmenian Street premises was then closed in 2005The premises was renovated and became Peranakan MuseumACM then moved to Empress Place buildingOpened on 2 March 2003Presents history & culture of Singapore’s ancestral culture.Also presents history of Asian culture of about 5000 years

Empress Place BuildingUsed as a court house in 1864-65Used as government office in the 1980s

Singapore Art Museum (SAM)

Located at Bras Brasah RoadOpened in January 1996.To preserve and present the contemporary art and art histories of Singapore and Southeast Asia.Former school building – St Joseph’s Institution for 135 years

Peranakan Museum

Located at Armenian StreetA former school building – Tao Nan SchoolPart of the Asian Civilisation Museum (ACM)Houses the world's finest and most comprehensive collection of Peranakan artefacts

Singapore Philatelic Museum

Located at Coleman Street.A former school building – Anglo-Chinese School.Collection of stamps and archival philatelic material of Singapore from the 1830s to present day.Collection of stamps from member countries of the Universal Postal Union.For people who are interested in the study of stamps (known as Philately)

Reflections at Bukit Chandu

Housed near a former battle site, Battle of Pasir Panjang

1,400 brave soldiers from the Malay Regiment heroically defended the last stand against a 13,000-strong Japanese army.

To reflect Singapore’s heritage of heroism during World War 2 (1942 to 1945).

Allow Singaporeans and visitors to experience how far Singapore has come to become a nation.

Part 3Our National Monuments

Preservation of Monuments Board (PMB)

It is a national authority safeguarding Singapore's national monuments.

To preserve and protect of National Monuments.

The Preservation of Monuments Act, a government law came into effect to ensure that our monuments are well preserved and protected.

Currently there are 64 National Monuments that are protected under this law. They are categorised into:

Places of Worship

Government Buildings / Civic Buildings

Schools

Commercial Buildings

Examples of our National Monuments

Places of WorshipSt Andrew’s Cathedral

Civic BuildingRaffles Hotel

Government BuildingFormer Supreme Court

SchoolsFormer St Joseph’s Institution

More monuments are found in http://www.pmb.sg

Part 4Our National Symbols

National Flag / State Flag

Former Deputy Prime Minister,Dr Toh Chin Chye was placedin charge of a committee to create a new flag

To replace the British flag

Endorsed by Legislative Assemblyon 18 November 1959

together with the State Crest and National Anthem.

The Flag – what does it mean?consists of two equal horizontal sections,red above white.

Red - universal brotherhood andequality of man

White - pervading and everlastingpurity and virtue.

A white crescent moon occupies the upper left red section. Next to the moon are five white stars arranged in a circle.

Crescent Moon - a young nation on the ascendant

Five Stars - depict Singapore's ideals

Democracy, Peace, Progress, Justice and Equality.

National Coat of Arms

serves as a symbol of Singapore’sstatus as a self-governing andindependent state

Idea also came from Dr Toh Chin Chye

Together with the State Flag andNational Anthem

National Coat of Arms

It formed by a shield emblazoned witha white crescent moon and five whitestars against a red background.

Same symbolic meanings as our National FlagSupporting the shield are a lion on the left and a tiger on the right.A banner below the shield is inscribed with the Republic of Singapore's motto, 'Majulah Singapura' (meaning 'Onward Singapore' in Malay).The lion embodies Singapore itself while the tiger represents Singapore's historical ties with Malaysia.

The Lion Head SymbolIntroduced in 1986Commonly used by individuals, companies,and organisations to promote a sense ofnational identity (to be loyal to Singapore)Less formal than the State Flag and State Crest

Lion Head symbolises courage, strength and excellenceIt is in solid red against white backgroundThe mane has five partings that represent the same five ideals embodied in the five stars of the National FlagThe lion’s tenacious mien symbolises the nation’s single-minded resolve to face and overcome any challenges

Our National Anthem

“Majulah Singapura”

Onward Singapore

Composed in 1958 by the Encik Zubir Said

Supposed to be an official song forthe City Council to commemorate the newly renovated Victoria Theatre.

It was then performed again on 3 December 1959 as Singapore's National Anthem.

Current version of the National Anthem was changed in 2001

Changing the musical key to make it sound “grander and more inspiring”

Our National Pledge

It was an idea to encouragenational consciousness andpatriotism towards Singapore

Drafts were written to Mr S. Rajaratnam, former Minister for Foreign Affairs.

Changes were made before presenting to the former Prime Minister, Mr Lee Kuan Yew to be presented to the cabinet.

August 1966 onwards, students began reciting the National Pledge before the start of each school day.

Current practice of reciting the National Pledge (with our right fist clenched at our heart) started since 1988.

Our National Flower

Vanda Miss Joaquim

First discovered in 1893

in the garden of Miss AgnesJoaquim, the daughter of anArmenian merchant in Singapore

It became the National Flower of Singapore in April 1981

To give Singaporeans a sense of national pride and an identity

It was selected because because of its hardy and resilient qualities and its ability to bloom throughout the year.

reflect Singapore's quest for progress and excellence in all aspects of life

Part 5Other key events inSingapore’s History

8 Dec 1941 Singapore was bombed by the Japanese

15 Feb 1942 Singapore surrendered to the Japanese, later known as Syonan-to(Light of the South)

August 1945 World War II ended. British troops returned to Singapore

11 Dec 1950 The Maria Heritogh Riots(Racial Riots bet. Chinese & Malays)

May 1955 Hock Lee Bus Riots

May 1959 First General Election, Mr Lee Kuan Yew leading the PAP won

3 Dec 1959 Yusoff Bin Ishak became the firstYang Di Pertuan Negara of Singapore

16 Dec 1963 Singapore joined Federation of Malaysia

21 July 1964 Racial Riots involving Chinese & Malays

9 August 1965 Singapore separated from Malaysia and gained Independence

9 August 1966 First National Day Parade at City Padang (It was a rainy day)

1967 National Service was introduced and made compulsory for all male Singaporeans

Our Country Leaders

Presidents Prime Minister

Encik Yusof Bin IshakDec 1959 to Jan 1971

Mr Lee Kuan Yew1959 to 1990

Dr Benjamin ShereasJan 1971 to May 1981

Mr Goh Chok Tong1990 to 2004

Mr Devan NairMay 1981 to Sept 1985

Mr Lee Hsien Loong2004 to present day

Dr Wee Kim WeeSept 1985 to July 1999

Mr Ong Teng CheongSept 1993 to August 1999

Mr S. R. NathanJuly 1999 to August 2011

Dr Tony TanAugust 2011 to present day

Part 6Engaging Singaporeans through

Heritage Trails

An effort by National Heritage Board

Heritage Trails in Singapore

National Heritage Board (NHB) came up with several trails for Singaporeans

To give Singaporeans and people living in the town/areas an awareness of the rich social history and memories

NHB also works with schools and organisations to develop the heritage trails to record the history of the town.

The different heritage trails developed so far

1. Civic District Trail I & II

2. Singapore River Trail

3. WWII Trail

4. Jalan Besar Community Heritage Trail

5. Balestier Community Heritage Trail

6. Bukit Timah Community Heritage Trail

7. Queenstown Community Heritage Trail

8. Yishun-Sembawang Community Heritage Trail

9. Ang Mo Kio Community Heritage Trail

10. Kampong Glam Heritage Trail

Developing your own Heritage Trails(if you are choosing this as your Heritage Badge project)

Choose a Theme Let your target audience know what they are going to

discoverDo a research

Do research of the places that you want your audience to discover

You have to go on your own trail first!Decide your target group/audience

It will be easier to plan for your audiencePlan the route, activities and transportation

The places/tasks involved along the route How are the participants going to travel round

Acknowledgements / For more information

National Heritage Board

http://www.nhb.gov.sg

Singapore Info Webpage

http://www.sg

Heritage Trails of Singapore

http://www.heritagetrails.sg