Talks, appearances, heritage programmes and public engagements.
This page lists upcoming and selected past events involving The Keris Collector, Pak JoFe and related cultural programmes.
Check here for talks, workshops, heritage activities, public appearances and collaborative events.
Upcoming Events
Event Title Pending
Date: Pending
Time: Pending
Venue:Pending
Organised by: Pending
Pak JoFe’s Role: Pending
Event Summary:
To Be Confirmed.
Registration/More Information: Pending
No public events are currently scheduled.
New appearances, talks and programmes will be added here when confirmed.
Where You May Find Us
Talks
Public lectures and specialist presentations.
Workshops
Interactive learning sessions and object-based programmes.
Heritage Experiences
Public or collaborative cultural walks and experiences.
Museum & Cultural Programmes
Institutional events, exhibitions and heritage activities.
Media & Public Appearances
Launches, recordings, public conversations and related engagements.
Collaborative Events
Programmes developed with researchers, institutions or cultural organisations.
Featured Event
Keris Mysteries Unlocked With Khairi Johari
Date: 8 September 2024
Time: 10.00 = 11.30 am
Venue: Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery
Organised by: Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery (NHB)
Pak JoFe’s Role: Speaker / Guide / Exhibitor / Collaborator / Host
Event Summary:
The keris, a distinctive cultural emblem indigenous to the Malay Archipelago, has long been associated with warriors, shamans and mysticism, enveloping it in an aura of mystery. Keris collector Khairi Johari, who has meticulously gathered these traditional weapons for nearly three decades, presents a rare and captivating showcase.
Registration/More Information: Event Concluded
Past Events
2026
Malay Heritage Centre
Docent Training:
Keris: An Introduction
(In English)
Date:25 March 2026
Venue: Malay Heritage Centre
Role: Speaker/Trainer
Summary:
Led a 90-minute introductory talk on the keris for Friends of the Museums volunteer docents, in preparation for the reopening of the Malay Heritage Centre.
2025
Private Event | Details Kept Confidential As Requested
(German/France)
Date: In Confidence
Venue: In Confidence
Role: Speaker/ Host / Exhibitor
Summary:
Hosted a series of private events for private collectors from Europe.
2024
Keris Mysteries Unlocked With Khairi Johari
(In English)
Date:8 September 2024
Venue: Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery
Role: Speaker / Exhibitor
Summary:
Led a 90-minute introductory talk on the keris, accompanied by a curated exhibition of pieces from our private collection, for members of the public.
2023
Keris: Misteri, Identiti, Motif
(In Malay)
Date: 2 March 2023
Venue: Raffles Institution
Role: Speaker / Exhibitor
Summary:
Led a 90-minute curated talk on the keris, accompanied by a curated exhibition of pieces from our private collection, for members of the public.
2022
Keris: Mystery, Identity Motif
(In English)
Date: 21 April 2022
Venue: Raffles Institution
Role: Speaker / Exhibitor
Summary:
Led a 90-minute curated talk on the keris, accompanied by a curated exhibition of pieces from our private collection, for members of the public.
2021
Diskusi Keris Tajong
Date: 2021
Venue: Online
Role: Participant/Guest Speaker
Summary:
Attended and participated in a 2 Hour Presentation/Forum Discussion on Keris Tajong.
Covid-Era – Vaccination In Early Deployment Phase. Large group meetings in person restricted.
2020
COVID ERA
Date:
Venue:
Role:
Summary:
Height of Covid. In Person Events and Activities Restricted
2019
Keris: Its Aesthetic and History
Date: 17 November 2019
Venue:Bedok Public Library
Role:Speaker / Exhibitor
Summary:
Led a 90-minute curated talk on the keris, accompanied by a curated exhibition of pieces from our private collection, for members of the public.
2018
Unsheathed: The Mystery Of The Keris In The Malay Archipelago
Date: 25 Aug 18
Venue: National Museum of Singapore
Role: Speaker / Exhibitor
Summary:
Led a 90-minute curated talk on the keris, accompanied by a curated exhibition of pieces from our private collection, for members of the public.
2017
Private Event | Details Kept Confidential As Requested
Date: In Confidence
Venue: In Confidence
Role: Speaker/ Host / Exhibitor
Summary:
Hosted a series of private events for private collectors from France.
2016
Private Event | Details Kept Confidential As Requested
Date: In Confidence
Venue: In Confidence
Role: Speaker/ Host / Exhibitor
Summary:
Hosted a series of private events for private collectors from USA.
2015
Spirits of Metal
An Exhibition of Bugis Makassar Weaponry
Date: 2 September 2015
Venue: NUS, Central Library
Role: Participant / Exhibitor
Summary:
A collaboration with NUS SouthEast Asian Studies, Embassy of The Republic of Indonesia, The Bugis Makassar Polo Bessi Club.
2014
Jalan Kayu Day
Date: 14 June 2014
Venue: Hwi Yoh Community Centre
Role: Host / Exhibitor / Speaker
Summary:
Led a community cultural event showcasing traditional music, dance, silat, and material culture, attended by Guest of Honour Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Members of Parliament for Ang Mo Kio GRC.
2013
Private Event | Details Kept Confidential As Requested
Date: In Confidence
Venue: In Confidence
Role: Speaker/ Host / Exhibitor
Summary:
Hosted a series of private events for private collectors from UK.
2012
Private Event | Details Kept Confidential As Requested
Date: In Confidence
Venue: In Confidence
Role: Speaker/ Host / Exhibitor
Summary:
Hosted a series of private events for private collectors from Israel.
2004 – 2011 | Formative Years.
During these formative years, Pak JoFe largely observed, learned, and contributed behind the scenes alongside veteran members of the keris collecting communities in Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
The events highlighted on this page are not exhaustive. There were simply too many engagements over the years to list individually. Instead, we have focused on selected events where Pak JoFe had direct involvement in the planning, management, curation, or delivery of the programme.
Planning An Event?
The Keris Collector is open to appropriate invitations involving keris, material culture, heritage interpretation, collecting, research and related cultural subjects.
Possible engagements include:
- talks
- workshops
- panel discussions
- heritage programmes
- cultural events
- museum activities
- educational programmes
- private or corporate sessions
For Event Organisers
When enquiring, please include:
- organisation
- event title
- proposed date
- venue
- audience
- expected audience size
- format
- preferred topic
- duration
- intended outcome
- budget or fee structure if known
A clear brief helps us determine whether the event is a good fit and what format would be most useful.
Looking For A Dedicated Programme?
For structured talks, workshops and customised learning programmes, visit the dedicated Talks & Workshops page.
After The Event
Selected events may also appear elsewhere on the site through:
- Media & Appearances
- Blog
- Videos
- Essays
- photo or programme recaps
This helps preserve the event beyond the date itself.
Stay Updated
New public events will be added to this page when confirmed.
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Heritage Is Better In Conversation
An object can begin the discussion.
A place can deepen it.
A good audience can take it somewhere unexpected.
Join The Keris Collector at an upcoming talk, workshop, programme or public event.
Preserve Through Discovery.
Our past and future events!
- Check back often for more updates!
Upcoming Events
Past Events
- Protected: 2026 – Malay Heritage Centre Docent Training Programme – Presentation Slides
- 2024, September 8 | Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery Open House