tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2023-06-26T12:00:08+08:00 Peatix Singapore HeritageFest tag:peatix.com,2023:event-3560357 2023-05-27T10:00:00SGT 2023-05-27T10:00:00SGT

Venue: Gallery Theatre, National Museum of Singapore27 May | 10am - 12pmWhat were the motivations and challenges for the creation of the iconic former National Stadium? Which sporting bodies were responsible for the administration of sport from post-War till to independence? This book offers a valuable insight into the pivotal moments charting the path to the establishment of a statutory board and stirring events leading up to the construction of the Grand Old Dame at Kallang. Published by Sport Singapore to mark its Golden Anniversary (1973-2023), it presents a chronological representation of the development of sport in Singapore, and the competitive exploits of Singapore athletes in international sport from the late 1940s.A Talk by the author Dr Nick Aplin, and Panel Chat with sporting luminaries and heritage experts at the Book Launch provides an opportunity for the sporting community, history buffs and Singaporeans to discover the intertwined challenges of staying the course along a rocky road to a national icon and the building of a new nation.About Sport SingaporeA statutory board of the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, Sport Singapore’s core purpose is to inspire the Singapore spirit and transform Singapore through sport. Through innovative, fun and meaningful sporting experiences, our mission is to reach out and serve communities across Singapore with passion and pride. With Vision 2030 – Singapore’s sports master plan, our mandate goes beyond winning medals. Sport Singapore uses sport to create greater sporting opportunities and access, more inclusivity and integration as well as broader development of capabilities. At Sport Singapore, we work with a vast network of public-private-people sector partners for individuals to live better through sports.Please take note of the following: Once all slots are filled, no walk-ins will be accepted. No exchange of tickets is allowed under any circumstance except for programme cancellation. Kindly arrive 15 minutes before the start of the programme. Electronic or printed ticket(s) must be presented in order to join this tour. Seats are based on first-come, first-served and is free seating. By agreeing to join the programme, each participant shall be responsible for any injury, loss or damage due to carelessness or other actions on their part or that of children under their charge. Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give the Singapore HeritageFest full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.

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