Penang Street Art (The Brothers’ Car)

Located at the front facade of ๐—ฆ๐˜ ๐—ซ๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ’๐˜€ ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜๐—ถ๐˜๐˜‚๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป, this art work depicts an old green Morris Minor Saloon (PH 6074) car, which is a replica of the original Brothers’ car from St. Xavierโ€™s Institution. The art work is collaborative effort by Art Director Reggie Lee and artist Tim Teh, both former students of the school.

Purchased in the early 1960s, the car symbolized the Brothersโ€™ legacy, often used for transporting them to various events, including school activities and funerals. After being stolen in 1966, the car was recovered at Love Lane later that year. In the 1980s, it served mainly for errands, driven by Mr. Abdul Majid, the Brothers’ driver. Rediscovered in a scrapyard and restored, the replica was donated by an anonymous alumnus from the class of 2009, honoring the schoolโ€™s heritage.

The Whiteaways Arcade at Beach Street

The Whiteaways Arcade on Beach Street, George Town, is a historic colonial-style building dating back to 1903. Recently renovated into a bustling commercial center, it features an art gallery, exhibition spaces, trendy cafes, and diverse retail shops. Visit the Whiteaways Arcade to explore its unique blend of history and modernity, right in the heart of George Town.

George Town Street View: Union Street

A stroll along Union Street on a somewhat quiet Sunday.

Union Street (or Lebuh Union) is a rear road of the old Central Police Station of George Town in Beach Street. The street was reportedly named to commemorate the Act of Union (1800) which created the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland in 1801. The main Penang Maybank branch is located along this street.