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Reunion Social Space is temporarily closed from 25 January 2026 due to museum restoration works. However, our Senior-Friendly Programmes will continue to be conducted at alternative museum venues. Click for the wayfinding guide to Senior Programmes.

Reunion is the first purpose-built, dedicated social space for seniors in a local museum. Created by the National Museum of Singapore in partnership with the Lien Foundation, Reunion comprises a café and an activity space with a group activity area, an immersive projection cave, a Quiet Room, and music booths to encourage interaction among seniors and enhance their museum-visiting experience.

National Museum of Singapore Reunion Social Space

Photographed by Madeni Jais

Reunion and its programmes are designed to be inclusive of seniors with mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Seniors can look forward to reconnecting with the past and sharing experiences with each other through senior-friendly programmes organised by the museum.

While pre-registration is required for programmes, seniors and other visitors are welcome to walk in and enjoy the space before resuming their museum visit, especially on days when there are no programmes being held.

This initiative is made possible with the support of Lien Foundation and RSP Architects Planners and Engineers. Funding for Reunion is matched by the Cultural Matching Fund.

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Once Upon a Tide: Senior-Friendly Tour

Experience Reunion Senior-friendly Tours

First Saturday of each month
10.30am – 11.30am
The Salon, Level 1
Tour is free but pre-registration is required*

Experience Reunion at the National Museum of Singapore through a facilitated programme for seniors!

Explore our Once Upon a Tide SG60 exhibition through a conversational tour led by our Care Facilitators, who are trained to engage with seniors, including persons with dementia.

Look forward to a multisensorial experience as you engage with the museum's handling objects and admire Yip Yew Chong’s Moving Memories digital murals! Tour themes vary every month.

Upcoming Tours

7 Mar 2026 (Sat): 160 Years of Trades and Occupations
4 Apr 2026 (Sat): Lives of Labour
2 May 2026 (Sat): Changing Landscapes
6 Jun 2026 (Sat): 160 Years of Trades and Occupations

*Each registration is for 1 senior (including persons with dementia) and an accompanying caregiver. Standard admission charges to our galleries will apply for non-Singaporeans and non-Permanent Residents.

Meet Me at Reunion

Meet Me at Reunion

Ongoing
The Salon, Level 1
SGD 16.35 per pax

In this 1.5 hour programme for organised groups, explore our Once Upon a Tide SG60 exhibition through a conversational tour led by our Care Facilitators. Look forward to a multisensorial experience as you engage with the museum's handling objects, admire Yip Yew Chong’s digital murals Moving Memories and enjoy old musical hits!

This programme is designed for seniors, including those living with mild cognitive impairment and dementia. All seniors living with dementia, or any other additional needs, should be accompanied by a caregiver for the programme. Light refreshments will be provided for all ticket holders.

Upcoming Sessions

9 Apr 2026 (Thu), 2.30pm – 4pm [FULLY BOOKED]
7 May 2026 (Thu), 2.30pm – 4pm [FULLY BOOKED]
4 Jun 2026 (Thu), 2.30pm – 4pm [FULLY BOOKED]

Booking must be made with a minimum lead time of 1 month before the intended programme date. Each programme booking is subject to a minimum capacity of 8 persons and maximum capacity of 30 persons.

Seniors LaKopi@Museum

Seniors LaKopi@Museum

Bi-monthly, 2pm – 3.30pm
The Salon, Level 1
Free. Pre-registration is required.

Seniors LaKopi@Museum is a programme that brings the kopitiam atmosphere to the National Museum of Singapore. Bring your favourite kopi or teh and join us as we make new friends through meaningful conversations on heritage and our bi-monthly themes! Seniors LaKopi@Museum encourages seniors to share their memories and past experiences, providing a safe and warm environment for senior participants to feel heard, valued and inspired.

*Please bring your own drinks as no beverages will be provided.

Upcoming Sessions

10 Apr 2026 (Fri), 2pm – 3.30pm: TBC
5 Jun 2026 (Fri), 2pm – 3.30pm: TBC

Makan with Seniors

Makan with Seniors

Bi-monthly, 12pm – 3pm
The Salon, Level 1
Free. Pre-registration is required. Sign-ups will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

In each 3-hour session, senior and youth participants will be paired up or grouped together to chat over a meal. Conversations will be facilitated by a "menu" of questions for seniors to answer, ranging from their memories of past events to their growing-up years.

Upcoming Sessions

7 Mar 2026 (Sat), 12.30pm – 3.30pm [TBC]
2 May 2026 (Sat), 12.30pm – 3.30pm

Seniors Meet Seniors Knowledge Cafe

Seniors-Meet-Seniors (SMS) Knowledge Café

Quarterly
2 hours per session
The Salon, Level 1
Free. Pre-registration is required.

Organised by Thomas Kuan and Carol Kuan, the Singapore chapter of University of Third Age, SMS Knowledge Café is a place where seniors meet to have fun and productive peer-led discussions, learn from each other, and make better sense of living in an urban community.

Friends and Friendships by Ms Jane Quah

6 Mar 2026, 2pm – 4pm

Our friendships play meaningful roles throughout our lives, evolving with age, experiences and changing responsibilities. Join fellow seniors for a conversation in a relaxed and welcoming space to reflect on and share about your friendships both past and present, and contemplate how these relationships have shaped you and your journey through your different stages of life.

Upcoming Sessions

12 Jun 2026 (Fri), 2pm – 4pm

Tea dance workshop for seniors

T-Dance for Seniors

First Tuesday of each month
2pm – 3.30pm
The Salon, Level 1
Free. Pre-registration is required. Sign-ups will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Discover the enriching benefits of dancing – engage your muscles, refine your coordination, and foster connections with others. Organised by Dementia & Co’s co-founder, Alison Lim, this programme is designed to cater to the needs of persons living with dementia, but it is open to everyone.

Upcoming Dates

3 Mar 2026 (Tues), 2pm – 3.30pm
7 Apr 2026 (Tues), 2pm – 3.30pm
5 May 2026 (Tues), 2pm – 3.30pm
2 Jun 2026 (Tues), 2pm – 3.30pm

National Museum of Singapore Memories Cafe at Reunion

Memories Café

Various dates
The Salon, Level 1
SGD 10/pax. Pre-registration is required.

Join our dedicated programme for persons with dementia to interact and bond with their caregivers in a safe, supportive and conducive space.

Each 2-hour-long session consists of artistic and creative engagement activities as well as dedicated time for social interaction among persons with dementia, caregivers and customers, accompanied by drinks and snacks.

Memories Café webpage

Upcoming Dates

11 Apr 2026 (Sat), 10.30am – 12.30pm

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