Christian Connection

MINT Museum of Toys

On our way to happy hour at Raffle’s Hotel Courtyard, which is fabulous BTW, Rob and I popped into the newly reopened MINT Museum of Toys. We had the whole quirky museum to ourselves and enjoyed examining the vast array of rarities from over 40 countries. Displayed on four levels, the toys date from the 1840s to 1970s with thematic areas such as Outer Space, Characters, Childhood Favorites and Collectables. I was nostalgic over the vintage Barbies (and Ken), Beatle’s bobbleheads and space robots as I was a huge space nut when I was a kid. The vintage Chinese one-of-a-kind Door of Hope Dolls collection of everyday people including farmers, policemen and mourning figurines are beautifully handcrafted. They offer a glimpse into a tumultuous period of Chinese history. As the museum grows, I’m hoping that more interactive exhibits can be included as well as multi media presentations to liven the place up and make it more playful. www.emint.com There are loads more whimsical museums and curio shops around the Red Dot including the Singapore Philatelic Museum, Katong Antique House and Ant Museum. Some AWA friends joke that when you go to the Ant Museum, you have definitely done everything in Singapore.

Barbie Display at the MINT Museum of Toys

Sandy moved to Singapore from California in Feb 2021. She has joined just about every AWA activity available. Professionally, Sandy does the marketing for Amazing Adventures Travel.

Christian Fellowship

One gem I enjoy is a Christian bookstore in Little India called Cru Singapore Media Ministry. Once you find the somewhat hidden entrance at 18 Verdun Road, take the lift up to the second floor and you’ll find the showroom! Cru Singapore is worth seeking out and the prices and promotions are significant. Become a member for free and get 15% off everything all the time! It’s very cute inside, and the staff are always helpful in finding specific items I’m looking for. I go there to browse, purchase gifts, books and Bibles for all ages. It’s close to Mustafa Centre

by Barbara Winkler

on Syed Alwi Road, so I usually make it a day and go for lunch. I love butter chicken, naan, and palak paneer and the leftovers taste great over rice! After your lunch, begin your hunt at Mustafa. Wear comfortable shoes so you can walk up and down the stairs on the store's many levels. (Don’t expect to find everything on your list!) www.mm.cru.org.sg