Hardships to Hope

This exhibition will explore the history of migrant workers in Singapore, specifically focusing on three themes namely the

Malay Fisherman, Chinese Coolies and Indian Milkman.

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Through old photographs and postcards dated back to the 1800s, join us as we guide you through an exploration of the past to learn about the evolution of migrants in Singapore. 

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We invite you to listen to our curated memoirs and stories of the different migrant workers in a podcast format. This will allow a deeper understanding of the hardships, or even the simplicity of lives, of the different racial groups of migrants. While listening to their stories, do take a closer look into the various people and environment presented in the images, and reflect on the contrasting lives as compared to now.

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The exhibition will also bring you back into the current times, exploring the lives of current migrants consisting of mainly people from Bangladesh.

 

With the COVID-19 pandemic, they are experiencing the most out of Singapore’s distress over the virus. However, looking at the past and how the different groups evolved over time, there still seems to be hope for a better environment and life for these current migrants.