2011 call for proposals announced through The U.S. Embassy in Malaysia. The fund was established to help countries preserve their cultural heritage. DEADLINE: 10 Dec 2010
The moment has arrived. At 10pm tonight, Pudu Jail wall comes down. Last night, a group of artists organized a mass funeral for the historical site.
by Mariana Isa
Conservation statement on Pudu Jail written as part of an MSc thesis. It outlines the historical and architectural significance of Pudu and touches on issues of legislation and real estate value. An invaluable document available for download here on ARTERI.
by Silent Wall Project
A group of passionate people started The Silent Wall project to document the famous Pudu Jail murals. They managed to capture the entire wall before demolition works started, which they also recorded.
In their own words and images, they talk about the wall and what it means to them.
by Sharon Chin
Walls, stones and dust.
Thoughts on the destruction of Pudu Prison.
by ARTERI
Penang Apprenticeship Programme for Artisans (PHT-PAPA) is still looking for apprentices for the traditional trades. The programme duration is 6 months to one year and allowance will be given during the apprenticeship.