What is a National Monument? Who gazettes them? How many national monuments are there in Singapore? To date, the Preservation of Sites and Monuments, a division of National Heritage Board, has identified and gazetted 75 buildings, structures and sites of national significance as an integral part of Singapore's built heritage.
In addition to being the inaugural Straits Chinese church, Prinsep Street Presbyterian Church was also the founding location of the Singapore Boys’ Brigade, established on Jan 12 1930.
Over an extended period of time, the church was affectionately called Greja Keasberry as a tribute to its founder. The Malay services drew not only Malays, but also Peranakans and girls from the neighbouring Chinese Girls' School. One of the initial leaders within the church was convert Song Hoot Kiam, a Straits Chinese native to Malacca, who actively preached and led singing during services. His son, Sir Song Ong Siang, later gained recognition as the first Chinese in Singapore and Malaya to be knighted by the British crown in 1936.Apart from being a preacher and chorister, Sir Song Ong Siang also advocated for education for girls; he co-founded the Singapore Chinese Girls' School with Dr Lim Boon Keng in 1899.
Its new Chinese name, Pan Shi Tang , was bestowed by Dr Jou Bienming, a retired professor from Amoy University in China. The Chinese characters "磐石" were selected for their phonetic resemblance to "Prinsep" and their symbolic meaning of a rock, reflecting the church's enduring legacy. In 1996, PSPC underwent expansion to accommodate the growing congregation, and air-conditioning was installed.
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Dr Eugene Tan to be new CEO of National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art MuseumDr Eugene Tan will take on the role of chief executive of the National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art Museum from April 1. He will also take Ms Chong’s other portfolio as head of the Visual Arts Cluster, which comprises the two museums and STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery.
Read more »
National Serviceman Discovers Rare Bird-Dropping Crab Spider in SingaporeLuke Ang, a national serviceman, discovered a rare bird-dropping crab spider in Singapore. The spider had never been recorded in the country before and was found during a night walk at Upper Seletar Reservoir Park. Ang spent over two hours documenting the spider's feeding behavior and the sighting was published in the Singapore Biodiversity Record Archives.
Read more »
Eugene Tan will be CEO for National Gallery, Singapore Art MuseumBoth retiring CEO Chong Siak Ching and Dr Tan joined the gallery in 2013.
Read more »
Singapore's ruling party challenges opposition to debate national reservesDeputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong recently repeated Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's call on opposition politicians to take their ideas on the national reserves to the ballot box.
Read more »
National monuments of Singapore: Former Convent of The Holy Infant Jesus Chapel and Caldwell HouseWhat is a National Monument? Who gazettes them? How many national monuments are there in Singapore? To date, the Preservation of Sites and Monuments, a division of National Heritage Board, has identified and gazetted 75 buildings, structures and sites of national significance as an integral part of Singapore's built heritage.
Read more »
Amoy Street restaurant apologises after Italy’s ambassador to Singapore criticises mafia-themed nightThe Italian restaurant has taken down all social media posts promoting the event.
Read more »