Founded in 1938 during the turbulent times of the Double-Seven Incident and the Japanese invasion of Xiamen, the Singapore Amoy association was set up to unite clansmen to provide emotional and financial support to their fellowmen back in China.
Activities were suspended between 1942 to 1945 during the Japanese Occupation. For the safety of their clansmen, the clan burnt many important documents, causing a gap in their historical records.
After the Japanese Occupation ended, clan members chipped in to revive the group and the association prospered. After relocating four times, the association set up base at its current address in 1983. With support from the Singapore government, the association strives to carry on the pioneering spirits of its forefathers, and to take the association to greater heights.
On this rare occasion, the Amoy Association showcases their treasured “heirlooms”, including calligraphy art from Reverend Song Nian, Weng Mingquan, and Khoo Seow Hwa, as well as ink paintings by Xie Hongzhi, Chen Wenzhi, and Lin Sheng. Be sure you won’t miss it!
