Jalan Besar Active Ageing Centre

Hands of the Nation: A Ceramic Celebration of SG60
2025
Ceramic tiles
55 × 20 cm
Collection of Jalan Besar Active Ageing Centre

Hands of the Nation: A Ceramic Celebration of SG60 honours Singapore’s rich and diverse heritage through handcrafted ceramic tiles made by seniors born between the 1920s and 1960s. Representing the Chinese, Malay and Indian communities, these seniors are the very hands that helped build our nation.

This project brings together pioneers from all walks of life, from retired teachers, cleaners, business owners, housewives and more to celebrate their shared creativity and strong community spirit. Some artists face challenges such as dementia, stroke, chronic illnesses or mobility issues. Yet, they are able to use clay to express personal stories, cultural memories and hopes for the future, capturing the enduring spirit of SG60 and beyond.

Community Artists (Seniors):

Alimah Binte Kassim, Balammal, Chan Guan Heng, Chan Siok Tiang, Cheng Suay Moy, Chew Jee Moy, Chia Ah Mui, Chia Nam San, Cho Yuen Leng, Chong Mun Yin, Fatimabi d/o Omar Khatab, Halimah Binti Ibrahim, Indaar Kaur, Kee Swee Moi, Kwong Lai Meng, Lalitha Leitch, Lee Swee Ngo, Leong Chuen Kew, Leong Saw Yeng, Leow Guek Noi, Lim Kah Tin, Lim Mui Eng, Linawati Senihardja, Lo Chap Miang, Ng Chye Luen, Norimah Binte Abu Bakar, Pavathi D/O V Kuppusamy, Phan Yu Chee, Phua Boon Sung, Poh Yong Bock, Seah Eng Khoon, Shanti d/o Leitch, Tay Kin Luen, Teo Siew Keow, Tong Soon Jong, Wong Pui Khing, Yam Teng Guan, Yi Ru Juan, Yung Grace Fong, Zaharah Bte Che Lah, Zarinah Bivi Ghouse