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.

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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