A special Buddhism exhibition is coming your way in November

Taking over the spotlight in November is a special exhibition on Buddhism and how it spread throughout Asia. On The Nalanda Trail: Buddhism in India, China and Southeast Asia will highlight significant landmarks in Buddhist history through travel records of prominent monks and the spread of Buddhism from Nalanda, a centre of higher learning in India of Buddhism.

The exhibition will feature Buddhist art and artefacts from museums in India and Southeast Aria, as well as the ACM's own collection. It will run from 3 November 2007 - 23 March 2008.
     

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On the Nalanda Trail: Education Programmes for Primary & Secondary
If you are interested to involve your students in learning more about the spread of Buddhism in India, China and Southeast Asia, take part in our educational programmes catered for Primary and Secondary students.
 
SBQ Questions for "On the Nalanda Trail" Special Exhibition
A sample workhsheet illustrating how artefacts in our galleries can be used to train students' competency in answering Source Based Questions.
 
Cities of The Archipelago Introduction for Educators
A presentation that explains in depth, how the card game "Cities of The Archipelago" can achieve various tangible learning outcomes in both NE and humanities.
 
Total Defence Trail
Total Defence Trail for Primary and Secondary students
 
Total Defence Trail - Answers

Answers for Total Defence Trail for Primary and Secondary students
 
Viet Nam! From Myth to Modernity - Funan Fact Sheet

Looking more information about Funan? Bring your students down to find out about Funan's cultural achievements from 22 pieces of jewellery, ritual items and tools only from ACM!

   
 
 
Bronze Drum in Pejeng Style
This bronze drum was found in East Java, Indonesia. Making such large and ornate bronzes requires a high level of technological innovation and a sophisticated division of labour. The presence of such bronze artefacts reflects the evolving complexity of Southeast Asian civilisations beginning around 2,600 years ago.
 
Ankusha (Elephant Goad)
Ankusha or elephant goads were used by mahavat (elephant riders). But many came with curious ornamentation, like this piece. These embellished pieces seem to have originated in Hindu courts where they were possibly used for religious rituals or other ceremonies of state.
 
Viet Nam! From Myth to Modernity - Funan Fact Sheet

Looking more information about Funan? Bring your students down to find out about Funan's cultural achievements from 22 pieces of jewellery, ritual items and tools only from ACM!