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Life
in the old days was very simple and almost everyone lived in rented
cubicles from shophouses. Traditional Chinatown shophouses, like
the ones the Centre is housed in, are characterised by five-foot
ways, which give pedestrians protection from the weather. In the
past, hawkers plied their wares amongst gossiping housewives and
playing children.
The ground floor of the shophouses were normally used for various businesses and doubled up as sleeping quarters at night. The second and third floors were each subdivided into seven or eight small cubicles and let out to tenants who had to share a common toilet and kitchen. |
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Retail Shop Like typical shophouses in old Chinatown, our retail outlet and traditional coffee shop are located on the ground level of the Centre. Step into our shop and be treated to a glimpse of how traditional retail businesses looked like in the early 50s. Look out for antique sewing machines as well as traditional hand-sewn Chinese quilted blankets, which are some of the main attractions at the retail shop. |
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Kopitiam Take break and have a coffee the Chinatown way. With its old marble top tables and well-worn wooden chairs, this Kopitiam gives visitors the feel of life in the olden days yet teases with its cosmopolitan menu. Treat your senses to the smell of freshly brewed cappuccinos and lattes while savouring on our delicious sandwiches. Enjoy this unique combination of East meets West while resting or waiting for the next tour. |
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