Orchard Road Presbyterian Church

Title
Orchard Road Presbyterian Church
Year/Period
Early 20th century
Region
Singapore
Dimension
Image size: ,
Image Size: H:9.0 x W:14.0 cm
Accession No.
2011-02935

This postcard is part of a set acquired by the museum. The collection provides a glimpse into the physical and social landscape of Singapore during the 19th and 20th century which were characterised by European colonialism, the Japanese Occupation, and the post-war years. These postcards also give a glimpse into the type of architecture that was seen in Singapore in those days, as well as the range of activities, businesses, trades, and industries that the people of Singapore were involved in at that time. Some of these postcards still contain the original handwriting of the senders themselves.The foundation stone for the present Presbyterian Church at Stamford Road was laid on 1 August 1877 and the church cost approximately $20,000 to build.