Title: A Moment in History: Singapore and the 1911 Revolution
Date: 27 May to 21 Jun 2013
Venue: Lee Wee Nam Library
Exhibitor: National Heritage Board
This exhibition showcases the creativity of students from the Hwa Chong Institution, and highlights the historical link between Singapore, China and Dr Sun Yat Sen prior to the success of the 1911 Revolution. More importantly, the exhibition highlights the Prominent Trio, namely Teo Eng Hock, Tan Chor Lam and Lim Nee Soon who were important supporters of Dr Sun Yat Sen and also pioneers who have made immense contributions to the local Chinese community especially in areas of education. Through this exhibition, the organiser hopes to highlight how supporters of Dr Sun Yat Sen have actually contributed not only to the revolutionary cause but also in the local Chinese community during the pre-war era.