THE year 2009 marks the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore and The Philippines. That's why you'll be seeing several Pinoy-themed activities as the year comes to a close. A few weeks ago, the Asian Civilisations Museum opened a spectacular exhibition entitled "Land of the Morning: The Philippines and its People."
Last night at the dinner for the Friends of ACM, Singapore Chika had a chance to meet its curator, David Henkel, who gave a 30-minute speech after the buffet dinner, in his long-sleeved batik shirt. Mr. Henkel will give an insider's tour of the exhibition on 20 November (Friday, 7:30PM - 8:30PM; $12). Limited to 11 people. We'd love to go and ask him how he convinced voracious Filipino collectors like Paulino & Hetty Que and Teyet Pascual to loan their precious pieces.
This unprecedented exhibition at the Asian Civilisations Museum features more than 290 rare and important artefacts - ancient gold, Catholic imagery, tribal artefacts and contemporary Filipino artworks – from museums and private collections in the Philippines, some of which will be on display for the very first time.
Land of the Morning: The Philippines and its People runs till 10 Jan 2010 at the Special Exhibitions Gallery of ACM Empress Place (Asian Civilisations Museum. 1 Empress Place Singapore 179555. Tel: 65-6332 2982, 65-6332 7798)
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