Fuk Tak Chi Museum, Singapore, Singapore

3.5 (27 reviews) Spent Ranking #396 in Singapore Speciality Museums

Surprising find in an alley

Stumbled upon this little 'museum' while walking in Far East Square. Part of the Amoy Hotel, it records the arrival of the early Chinese immigrants at Telok Ayer in the little miniature which shows the coolies, their work and living quarters. It's actually part of an old temple but some artefacts illustrate the courtyard, well, costumes and utensils of that time. Names of significant people in the community, their efforts and donations are also etched on the walls. It's free, visitors are welcome and the young lady customer service officer was most gracious and helpful. A nice little unexpected find in the quietness of Covid times when the streets and stalls aren't well-patronized or fully functioning.
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Far East Square Telok Ayer Street, Singapore, Singapore.

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Sunday, May 12, 2024, 1:13

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4Dingo_6152 5:00 PM May 18, 2018
Interesting side step into history
This was one of the oldest Chinese temples in Singapore, built in 1824 by Hakka and Cantonese immigrants, dedicated to the Chinese deity, Tua Pek Kong (God of Wealth), who is worshipped by both Confucianists and Taoists. In the early 1990s the temple fell into disrepair and was handed over to the government. In 1998, the building was restored and converted into a street museum with artifacts on the lives of early Chinese migrants in Singapore. It also forms part of the Amoy Hotel lobby. Open seven days 10am-10pm, free entry.
3Oldjack 5:00 PM Mar 19, 2019
Small Museum At The Entrance To The Amoy Hotel
This is a small museum in what was the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore built around 1824. In 1994 it was turned into a museum and it is now the entrance to the Amoy Hotel.It has some interesting exhibits and worth a quick look as you walk Telok Ayer Street.