National Museum of Singapore
The country’s oldest museum, offering immersive exhibitions on Singapore’s history.
Why You Need To Visit
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Architectural Inspiration
Before checking out the exhibitions, be sure to snap a photo of the gorgeous facade – the building is designed in the Neoclassical style with a new modernist extension of glass and metal, and dates back to 1849.
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Chapters in Our Nation's Story
One of the museum's noteworthy exhibitions is the Singapore History Gallery, which charts our island's historical trajectory as British colony, besieged city during World War II and modern metropolis.
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History Told Anew
Singapore’s oldest museum is home to a range of immersive displays and modern technology such as An Old New World: Digital Edition – a jaunt from the city’s precolonial past to the modern day.
Location
The National Museum of Singapore is located on Stamford Road, near Fort Canning and the Dhoby Ghaut interchange.
Plan a Visit
Visit the National Museum to explore its permanent galleries and special exhibitions. Guided tours and school/group bookings available.
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