Up Close with ACM: A tactile museum experience by facilitators from Dialogue in the Dark SG (26 Sep)

About the Programme ACM has partnered with Dialogue in the Dark Singapore to develop an intimate programme led by facilitators with visual impairment. During this 90-minute session, participants can, while blindfolded, handle 3D-printed objects based on ones in the museum’s collection, and engage in conversations with a facilitator from Dialogue in the Dark. They will then get to experience the museum through a guided tour of these objects in ACM’s Maritime Trade and Court & Company galleries led by Museum Volunteers. Venue: Demonstration Room, Basement Note: As workshop spaces are highly limited, a $10 refundable deposit will be collected from all participants. This deposit ensures that the facilitator's time is maximised and that all registered participants will attend. The deposit will be refunded 24 hours after the event for all who participate. The deposit will be forfeited if participants fail to show up and do not cancel their registration before the event. Deposit will be forfeited 15 mins after event start time. About Dialogue in the Dark Singapore (DIDsg) Dialogue in the Dark Singapore (DiDsg), established in 2009, is an exclusive collaboration between Ngee Ann Polytechnic and Dialogue Social Enterprise (DSE). Founded in Germany, DSE is a worldwide enterprise that aims to promote social inclusion of the disabled and disadvantaged. DiDsg is the first of its kind in the world to be located within an educational institution. It employs individuals with vision impairment as guides, workshop trainers, and motivational speakers. DiDsg runs unique, experiential programmes targeted mainly at schools, workplaces, and other organisations. Its programmes enable participants to experience everyday life in the shoes of the blind, thereby fostering empathy and facilitating inclusion. About Museum Volunteers (MV) The Museum Volunteers (MV) comprises of guides from various professions who volunteer their time to conduct scheduled tours in English on weekends as well as on weekday evenings when there are special requests for tours held in conjunction with events/functions at the ACM. The MV’s mission is to support the National Heritage Board (NHB) by providing an enriching museum experience for the visitor. In return, the MVs are able to enjoy much enrichment through the learning and sharing of knowledge of our heritage and ancestral cultures with museum guests and visitors. Programme FAQs 1. How old must I be to participate in this programme? Ages 15 and above would probably enjoy the tour. Due to the content of the tour and its discussive nature, it is not recommended for younger children. 2. Where is the meeting point and what time should I be there? Meeting point is at the Discovery Room at the basement level of the museum. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the tour for registration purposes. The programme will begin promptly at 2pm. 3. How long is the programme? The programme takes around 1.5 hours. 4. Why is there a refundable deposit of $10? Free workshop spaces are highly limited, so the deposit ensures that the facilitators' time is maximised and that all registered participants will attend. The deposit will be refunded 24-hours after the event for all who participate. Depending on your bank, card company and payment method, it can take between 5 ~ 30 business days before the refund is reflected on your card statement. Please write to us on Peatix or email us at [email protected] 24 hours before the event start time if you need to cancel your ticket. Late cancellations and no-shows will be subject to the $10 fee. 5. Do I need to register at the event? Yes, you will need to register to receive the refund. 6. I have more questions about this activity. We’d be happy to answer them for you! Drop us a note via Peatix or email us at [email protected]