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An Old New World
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An Old New World: Digital Edition

An Old New World: Digital Edition allows you to virtually explore the exhibition An Old New World: From the East Indies to the Founding of Singapore, 1600s–1819, which features personal collections from the families of Stamford Raffles and William Farquhar, as well as treasures from international museums such as the Royal Collections Trust, London to highlights from our National Collection.

Free Admission
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#Doseofculture

National Museum of Singapore brings you #doseofculture! In an effort to make our programmes available online to you at home wherever you are in the world, check out our page to inspire you with ways to learn, relax and support your own creativity.

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ExhibitionDIGITAL EXHIBITION

Every Body Plays a Part - A Showcase of Public Health Crises and Responses in Singapore

Drawing from the National Museum’s collections, this online showcase explores a little-known side of Singapore’s history of public health. The exhibition highlights the measures taken to stem the spread of contagious diseases on the island, the introduction of vaccines, the creation of hospitals and the roles played by key local personalities as well as the public campaigns aimed at encouraging a clean and hygienic environment. The online showcase aims to present its artefacts in a new narrative context - the history of infectious diseases starting from the late 19th century and through the decades and the various measures undertaken to deal with them

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Early Learning Resources

Enjoy these special resource kits comprising of activity guides and audio/video clips to encourage children to learn more about the museum's collection through fun music and movement activities!

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Family Fun at the National Museum

Mark your calendars with these dates and bring the whole family, from toddlers to grandparents alike, to discover Singapore’s rich history together!

Various Venues, Various Timings
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HistoriaSG

A series of talks by academics and researchers on topics relating to Singapore's history and culture.

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History of the National Museum of Singapore

This mural was painted over four days in a style inspired by the 19th-century landscape paintings held by the National Museum of Singapore (NMS), and presents the Museum’s rich history and collection.

Grand Staircase, Level 1, Daily from 10am – 7pm.
Free admission
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A Lighter Side Of History

A Lighter Side of History celebrates Singapore’s diverse multicultural heritage, from food and dress to the different languages and customs passed down over the years. Featuring a range of fun and engaging hands-on workshops, talks, performances and demonstrations by heritage experts as well as collectors and practitioners, A Lighter Side of History is designed for everyone from beginners to history enthusiasts.

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#MuseumFromHome: Get Curious!

A timeless repository of online resources and programmes developed by the National Museum for families to enjoy the #MuseumFromHome.

Free
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Reunion

Join us at our new social space dedicated to building relationships with seniors through activities and entertainment.

Level 1, Reunion Social Space, 9am – 6pm
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School Programmes

The museum has refreshed its programmes to offer students a variety of opportunities to discover Singapore's history and culture - through investigation, engagement of senses and conversations - and to relate them to present-day issues. Click here to find out more about the various learning opportunities at the museum!

Various Venues, Various Timings
Free Admission
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Senior Programmes at the National Museum

The National Museum is committed to supporting the health and well-being of seniors, including persons living with dementia, through meaningful and engaging programmes and resources that are based on the museum’s collection and galleries.

Various Venues, Various Timings
Varies with Programmes
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Singapore History Gallery

The Singapore History Gallery’s updated narrative charts the development of the island as it was known through the years as Singapura, a Crown Colony, Syonan-To, and finally, Singapore.

Level 1, Singapore History Gallery, Daily from 10am – 7pm; Last admission at 6.30pm
Free admission for Singaporeans, Permanent Residents and visitors aged 6 years and below
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Singapore, Very Old Tree

Created by renowned local photographer and artist Robert Zhao, this exhibit at the bottom of the Glass Rotunda showcases 17 images of trees around Singapore and highlight intimate stories of each.

Level 1, Glass Rotunda, Daily from 10am – 7pm; Last admission at 6.15pm
Free admission for Singaporeans, Permanent Residents and visitors aged 6 years and below
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Story of the Forest

Experience the treasured collection of the National Museum brought to life through a spectacular digital presentation, and be transported to 20th century Malaya as viewed through the eyes of artists of that time and reimagined today by interdisciplinary art collective teamLab.

Level 2, Glass Rotunda, Daily from 10am - 7pm; Last admission is 6.15pm
Free admission for Singaporeans, Permanent Residents and visitors aged 6 years and below
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Wings of a Rich Manoeuvre

Wings of a Rich Manoeuvre by homegrown artist Suzann Victor presents a chorus of eight kinetic chandeliers that “sing” with movement as they sway in a dramatic midair choreography of light.

Glass Atrium, Level 2, Daily from 10am – 7pm.
Free admission
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Programme04 AUG 2023 - 19 NOV 2023

NMS Travels: Pop-Up Rooms, Audio Tour & Sorbet Giveaway

In celebration of the nation’s 58th birthday, the National Museum of Singapore will house two new pop-up rooms that will complement the ongoing NMS Disco Room and offer visitors a glimpse into some of the popular sights around Singapore in the 1980s.

Glass Atrium and Basement Level, 10am - 7pm
Entry to the pop-up rooms is free, while visitors interested in the audio tour may reserve their preferred timeslot for S$5
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Programme08 JUL 2023 - 25 FEB 2024

Now Boarding Programmes

Explore Singapore as a traveller's home away from home with our special programmes organised in conjunction with Now Boarding exhibition.

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Exhibition27 MAY 2023 - 25 FEB 2024

Now Boarding: Experiencing Singapore through Travel, 1800s – 2000s

Hop aboard the National Museum of Singapore’s ‘flight’ to discover Singapore through a travel-themed exhibition that traces the evolution of Singapore’s identity as a popular travel destination, through the eyes of those who arrived at our shores from the past to the present.

Exhibition Gallery, Basement, 10am to 7pm daily
Free for Singaporeans and PRs. Tickets will be on sale from 22 May onwards.
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Exhibition21 APR 2023 - 13 NOV 2023

Semangat yang Baru: Forging a New Singapore Spirit

Semangat yang Baru: Forging a New Singapore Spirit is a special exhibition that captures the ferment and dynamism of our early years, when the leaders and people of Singapore rallied together to build our fledgling nation between the 1950s and 1970s.

Basement, Exhibition Gallery 1, 10am - 7pm
Free admission for Citizens & Permanent Residents
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Programme21 APR 2023 - 13 NOV 2023

Semangat yang Baru Programmes

Explore the new spirit of Singapore, past and present, and take part in conversations that will help shape the Founder's Memorial!

Various locations, Various timings
Please see programme information for more details
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Programme19 APR 2023 - 31 DEC 2023

Commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s birth

National Museum of Singapore commemorates Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s 100th birth anniversary with new film by Royston Tan and digital trail.

Various areas, 10am - 7pm
Free for Singaporeans and Singapore permanent residents