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This September holidays, explore the topic of Singapore’s changing coastlines featured in our SG60 special exhibition, Once Upon a Tide: Singapore's Journey from Settlement to Global City. Discover how our island nation grew through land reclamation with a line-up of hands-on activities, from sensory play to sand art. Don’t miss visiting the exhibition with a copy of our River Hunt activity sheet to guide your journey, and complete your mission to redeem a little prize!

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From Shore to Skyline: A Sensory Journey Through Land Reclamation by Tiny Tinkers

06 Sep
10.30am – 11.45am & 3.30pm – 4.45pm
The Salon, Level 1

SGD 30 per adult-child pair. Recommended for ages 3 to 6.

In this sensory-rich play experience, young children are invited to explore the land reclamation process as they move freely around four stations. Activities include storytelling, interacting with water and kinetic sand, matching pictures of Singapore’s changing skyline while digging through a sensory bin, and more! Participants will then build a miniature model of their dream landscape as a keepsake.


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Growing an Island: An Introductory Science Workshop by Terra Minds

06 Sep
10.30am – 12pm & 2pm – 3.30pm
Get Curious Children’s Studio, Level 3

SGD 35 per adult-child pair (incl. GST). Recommended for ages 5 to 9.

When land is reclaimed using sand and soil, is it stable enough and able to hold the weight of new buildings? In this hands-on science workshop for beginners, participants will conduct weight-bearing experiments to compare non-compacted and compacted sand, simulate various land reclamation methods, and discover the history and future of Singapore’s land reclamation projects.


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The River Hunt: A Mission-Based Artefact Hunt Activity

6 & 8–12 Sep
10am – 12.30pm & 1.30pm – 6pm (last Hunt sheet given out at 5.30pm)
The Canyon, Basement Level

Free of charge, no registration required. Recommended for ages 5 to 12

Join The River Hunt for an exciting adventure through the National Museum’s special SG60 exhibition, Once Upon a Tide!

Follow clues, answer questions, and unlock the ultimate treasure. Complete the mission and redeem a prize sponsored by Staedtler, while stocks last!


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Drop-in Craft Activity: Sand Art by Lollibox

6 & 8–12 Sep
10.30am – 12.30pm & 2pm – 5pm
The Platform, Level 2

Free of charge, no registration required. Recommended for ages 4 and above.

Create a unique sand art piece inspired by iconic landmarks in Singapore that are built on reclaimed land. Read about how Singapore has grown through land reclamation and see how these landmarks have become bold, textured works of art in Singapore’s cityscape.

Materials are limited, on a first-come, first-served basis.

September Holidays Family Fun
6, 8 – 12 September 2025
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