National Museum of Singapore

Original Building

Building, 1887

The front block of the museum building dates back to 1887. It features an elegant neo-Palladian design, a European style of architecture characterised by a highly symmetrical façade and the use of pediments above windows.

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PSM50: Celebrating the Golden Jubilee of Singapore’s Preservation Journey

13 Nov 2021 - 02 Jan 2022
Longer Concourse,
Level 1
Daily from 10am – 7pm
Last admission at 6.30pm
Free Admission
To mark 50 years of preservation in Singapore, the Preservation of Sites and Monuments division of the National Heritage Board presents an exhibition which highlights milestones in Singapore’s preservation journey and showcases all 73 National Monuments through various artworks and exhibits.
3D Models - Abdul Gafoor Mosque

Dive deeper into the history and significance behind these treasured buildings!

Image: 3D model, Abdul Gafoor Mosque

Family Time

Visit our permanent galleries with your little ones and play spot-the-artefact! Our colourful Early Learning Resources introduce pre-schoolers to our artefacts according to the themes of Numbers, Colours, and ABCs. Available at $8 per set from the Museum Label shop. For more children's activity booklets, click here.

Museum guide

Download our museum guide (English, Chinese, Bahasa Melayu, Tamil) to find out about the many treasures in our various galleries. In this guide, you will also find the floor plan for easier navigation. Enjoy your visit!