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Experience the warmth of Indian hospitality at the Indian New Year Open House 2024! The celebration will be filled with an array of complimentary lobby activities, wonderful performances and workshops for all. Don’t miss out on the excitement. Join us at the Indian Heritage Centre on 13 - 14 Apr 2024 for a fun-filled Indian New Year Open House experience curated for everyone! FREE ADMISSION!FREE ACTIVITIES: TOUR PERMANENT GALLERYDate: 13 & 14 Apr 2024Time:10am - 6pmYour journey begins! Curtains rise. That’s your cue that your journey at the Indian Heritage Centre has begun. A cast of familiar characters, comprising local actors and dancers, take centrestage in an immersive multimedia show introducing you to five of our permanent galleries spanning the 1st century CE to the 21st century. Come along with us, there’s lots of ground to cover!SPECIAL EXHIBITION: ENTEE VEEDU, MY HOME: MALAYALEES IN SINGAPOREDate: 13 & 14 Apr 2024Time:10am - 6pmCo-curated by the Indian Heritage Centre and members of Singapore’s Malayalee community, Ente Veedu, My Home: Malayalees in Singapore offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and heritage of the Malayalees – the second largest sub-group within Singapore’s Indian population. Embark on a captivating journey through four zones, where you will uncover the roots of the Malayalees and their dedication to preserving their cultural heritage, forging a distinctive identity and fostering a sense of home and belonging in Singapore.MAKE A KOLAM BADGEDate: 13 & 14 Apr 2024Time: 10am - 6pmCreate a kolam badge to usher in the Indian New Year. Choose from 5 different designs and make your own badge to mark the beginning of Indian New Year. LEARN THE CRAFT OF THORANAM TYINGDate: 13 & 14 Apr 2024Time: 10am - 5pmThoranam is a traditional South Indian decorative element, typically used during festive occassions, ceremonies and celebrations. Thoranams are commonly hung over doorways, entrances, or in any area where they can add beauty and auspiciousness to the surroundings. Get your hands on experience and learn the art of tying thoranam to beautify your home.MAKE AN ELEPHANT KEYCHAINDate: 13 & 14 Apr 2024Time: 10am - 5pmNettipatam, also known as the caparisoned elephant, is a tradtional ornamented elephant motif often seen in Kerala, India. You'll get to make your own nettipatam elephant keychain with jewels and vibrant colours.FREE HENNADate: 13 & 14 Apr 2024Time: 12:30pm - 2pmHenna holds deep significance in the Indian culture and is an integral part of various festivals, weddings and celebrations. It is believed to bring good luck, prosperity and protection. Get a small design drawn on your hand by our artist and be ready to celebrate the New Year.FREE VADAI AND COCONUT COFFEEDate: 13 & 14 Apr 2024Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pmWhat better way to celebrate the festivities than indulging with a delicious South Indian snack, vadai and ice coconut coffee?Remember to visit the Indian Heritage Centre for an unforgettable Indian New Year experience!For more information, visit IHC Website or IHC Facebook Page