Date
Friday, 10 July 2026
Auction, Exhibition & Booth
4:00 PM Onwards
Reception
6:30 PM Onwards
Venue
Diamond Hall, Ground Floor,
Hakka Hall,
Kota Kinabalu
Date
Friday, 10 July 2026
Auction, Exhibition & Booth
4:00 PM Onwards
Reception
6:30 PM Onwards
Venue
Diamond Hall, Ground Floor,
Hakka Hall,
Kota Kinabalu
Public viewing of framed paintings and photographs for auction. Booth sales from local artisans featuring TSS journals, publications, local handicrafts, and 66th anniversary souvenirs.
Seating of esteemed guests and official welcoming remarks by the master of ceremonies.
The President of The Sabah Society, Mr. Edwin Liew, delivers the keynote anniversary address charting sixty-six years of documentation, challenges, and outstanding milestones in cultural preservation.
An inspiring address by our distinguished Guest of Honour exploring the rich cultural identity and heritage of Sabah.
Guests will be treated to enjoy an Eight-Course Chinese Banquet Dinner as we celebrate the occasion together in fellowship and good company.
A compelling, deeply researched archival session focusing on Sabah's pivotal strategic geography, struggles, and historical documents during World War II.
Open Q&A with Prof. Datuk Dr Danny Wong Tze Ken following the special lecture.
Official group photo session with guests, speakers, and society members.
Conclusion of the 66th Anniversary Celebration.
Mr. Edwin Liew
President, The Sabah Society
The President of The Sabah Society, Mr. Edwin Liew, delivers the keynote anniversary address charting sixty-six years of documentation, challenges, and outstanding milestones in cultural preservation.
Prof. Datuk Dr Danny
Wong Tze Ken
Dean, Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Universiti Malaya
Prof. Datuk Dr Danny Wong is currently Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Universiti Malaya. He was Director of Global Planning & Strategy Centre, Universiti Malaya, and former Director of the Institute of China Studies and former Head of the Malaysian Chinese Research Centre at the same university.
Explore a highly curated collection of rare botanical volumes, ethno-history records, hand-woven tribal textiles, and celebratory anniversary books.
A comprehensive printed library of historic field journals, ethnological records, botanical findings, and language mappings maintained since 1960.
Exquisite commemorative hardback folders, historical mapping atlases, and rare books detailing North Borneo wildlife.
Turn heritage into wearable history with handcrafted ceramic clay jewellery inspired by the intricate Linangkit motifs of the Dusun Lotud community. Each piece celebrates Sabah's rich cultural heritage through contemporary design and artisanal craftsmanship.
Learn about collaborative initiatives between The Sabah Society and Kinabalu International School that inspire and educate the younger generation on the importance of heritage preservation, cultural appreciation, and safeguarding Sabah's rich historical legacy for future generations.
... Read MoreLearn about collaborative initiatives between The Sabah Society and Kinabalu International School that inspire and educate the younger generation on the importance of heritage preservation, cultural appreciation, and safeguarding Sabah's rich historical legacy for future generations.
Read LessAn unprecedented public auction to acquire absolute authentic gems of Sabah's colonial history and bird collections. All proceeds strictly serve to fund the society's upcoming projects on preserving Sabah's heritage.
Curated digital silver-gelatin historical landscape prints restored by Nicholas Tan.
Rare lithograph color illustrations representing tribal family lives in the 1880s series.
A collection of highly limited-run nature studies captured by photographer Nenita Tan.
Vintage Archival Gavel & Frame set
Join us for over six decades of celebrating Sabah's historical and ecological preservation legacy. Payment confirmed via the QR below or inside the payment popup.
Ticket price is RM150 per person until sold out. Scan the DuitNow QR to make payment, then send your proof of purchase via WhatsApp to +60 13-880 9850 (The Sabah Society Secretariat) to confirm your invitation.
