The new logo signifies the dynamic role of archives in this information era. The wave-like feature in the logo illustrates:
the leading role of the National Archives as Government record keeper in the digital age and
the National Archives as repository of our nation's corporate memories.
The ‘scattered’ pixels/squares symbolise the active use of archives, contributing to greater understanding and appreciation of Singapore's history and heritage, thus fostering a resilient and connected nation.
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On 17 and 18 July 2008, the National Archives of Singapore organised the International Conference on Records and Archives - Power of Collective Memories and Evidence.
a) Summary of the conference proceedings
b) Photographs
c) Video Clips
The VCM project promotes mutual understanding and appreciation between the peoples of Asia and
Europe
, specifically through the use of works of art and culture. To see NAS' contribution, click here to view the sketch book of the Colors behind Barbed Wires (Haxworth) Exhibition. To view the press release, click here.
Who is Mr HDB? Who drafted our Proclamation of Independence and the Pledge? Find out about these and more at the exhibition, which commemorates the achievements of the First Cabinet of the Republic of Singapore. Read More
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Workshop on Preservation of Recorded Heritage for ASEAN Countries
The Workshop on Preservation of Recorded Heritage for ASEAN Countries will be held at the National Archives of Singapore from 8-19 March 2010.
The two-week Workshop aims to equip participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills on preservation, conservation and archives management, and will include an interesting mix of lectures, hands-on sessions and site visits. Read more
“Spice Frontiers” is back. Discover Singapore's "spicy" past in this exhibition which aims to provide an historical overview of spice cultivation in Singapore, the hardships of the planters during the heady days of the spice trade, and the various uses of spices in our everyday life. Read more
NAS, in collaboration with the State Archives Administration of China and Yunnan Provincial Archives, presents a travelling exhibition on the extraordinary story of brave volunteer drivers and mechanics from Nanyang (Southeast Asia) who responded patriotically to their motherland’s call for help during the Sino-Japanese war. Between February and August 1939, some 3,200 volunteers from various parts of Nanyang returned to China. One-third of them eventually died in the line of duty. Read more
There was a time when postal codes consisted of only 4 digits and when the Singapore River was a scene of filth lined with shacks and roadside hawkers. There was also a time when people wondered how the MRT, the most popular mode of public transport today, could actually impact their lives and when farmers got paid for their crops when asked to relocate. Those were the years between 1975 and 1985, the second decade that follows the first 10 years of independence. It was a time of both opportunities and obstacles; a time for improvements and new challenges. Read More
Cold War Seminar and SARBICA Executive Board Meeting 13-14 May 2009 “The Role of Archives in Documenting a Shared Memory of the Cold War: Asia-Pacific Perspective" was co-organised by NAS and RSIS/NTU as part of SARBICA Executive Board Meeting and General Conference chaired by NAS. View Seminar programme and photographs here.
Students can now enjoy our popular WWII Snakes and Ladders boardgame in the comfort of the classroom. Read more...
Similar to our life-sized version at Memories at Old Ford Factory, Syonan Race Online brings players into the lives of the residents of Syonan-to and explore different facets of life during the Japanese Occupation as they navigate through the perils and uncertainties of the board!
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