From Qing to Sing: Stories of Our Forefathers

Name: From Qing to Sing: Stories of Our Forefathers
Start: 2025-08-16T17:00:00+08:00
End: 2025-08-16T19:00:00+08:00
Location: library@chinatown

Schedule

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC+08:00

Location

library@chinatown | Singapore, SG

They came with nothing but hope, and built a new home. In the 19th century, waves of migrants from Qing China braved treacherous “coffin ships” and an uncertain future to reach Singapore. Here, they toiled as coolies, erected temples, formed clan associations, and laid the foundations of today’s vibrant Chinese community. Behind these sweeping narratives lie intimate stories of sacrifice, resilience, and quiet triumph, including the few courageous women who defied the odds. As we mark Singapore’s 60th National Day this August and celebrate the next chapter of our nation-building journey, join us for a moving exploration of the journeys, struggles, and enduring legacies of our earliest Chinese pioneers.