Did you know there’s a church in the city that walks the streets at night to check in on the rough sleepers?
Or that a housing block was once a vibrant party spot in town — and is now a vibrant mix of community breakfasts, inclusive bakeries, and stories of everyday care?
These are the stories tucked within the vibrant neighbourhood of Selegie-Prinsep.
Foundry Layered Trails is a 2-hour, socially-minded walking tour through one of Singapore’s civic district. This experience takes you into the quiet corners of the neighbourhood to explore themes like homelessness, migrant worker safety, elderly loneliness, mental health, and inclusive employment.
This soft launch is the very first run of the trail — It’s intimate, personal, and limited to just 12 spots.
Why we created this trail
When we moved into this neighbourhood, we quickly realised it was layered with stories — of history, generosity and grit. So we walked the ground to uncover what lies beneath the surface. The result? A trail that helps us see the city, its unseen needs, and community mobilisation differently.
What to expect
👟 A 2-hour guided walk through the Selegie–Prinsep neighbourhood
💭 Personal stories, powerful questions, and moments to reflect
🌇 Stops include a church, HDB estate, bakery, dorms, and more
🎙️ Real accounts of how people are showing up for their community
🍪 Snacks, photo stops, and new learnings!
This is for you if...
- You’re curious about unseen stories in the city
- You care about social impact and the communities around you
- You believe stories can shift perspectives and spark change
Your Trail Guides:
Yong Min | Heritage Educator & Founder of The Urbanist Singapore
A passionate storyteller who has captivated over 60,000 followers on social media, Yong Min transforms Singapore's cultural stories into engaging narratives that bring our city's history and urban design to life.
Michelle Tan | Community Architect at The Foundry
Michelle brings cross-sector experience to build Singapore's social impact ecosystem. At The Foundry, she creates meaningful connections between mission-driven organisations through innovative community partnerships.
