This exhibition aims to uncover the Dutch-Peranakan roots of Melaka


The exhibition 'Families Of Dutch Malakka' is tentatively scheduled to be held at The Stadhuys (March 6-7) and The Bendahari (March 8-14). Photo: Majlis Bandaraya Melaka Bersejarah

Calling all families with Dutch ancestry to be part of a project that aims to uncover the Dutch-Peranakan roots of Melaka!

Tentatively slated for March, an exhibition titled Families Of Dutch Malakka will feature Malaysian families with such roots - showcasing family portraits and family heirlooms, old photographs and other cultural items.

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