National Museum of Singapore

The National Museum of Singapore is the Singapore's oldest museum.

Originally founded in 1887 as the Raffles Library and Museum, it was renowned for its natural history collection of Southeast Asia and was an important centre for research.

In 1965, the museum was renamed to National Museum to reflect the change in focus after Singapore gained its independence.

The museum building was closed temporarily from 2003 to 2006 as a major revamp took place. It was officially opened in December 2006 as the National Museum of Singapore.

Today, it is the largest museum in Singapore with more than 18,000m² of gallery space.

In addition to the original rotunda dome with stained glass, the neo-classical building now features a glass passage as well as a spectacular glass rotunda.

The museum features a permanent History Gallery that tells the history of Singapore from the 14th century to the current day. The Living Galleries focus on four themes - Fashion, Film, Food and Photography.

The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions in its Exhibition Galleries.

The National Museum of Singapore prides itself on being more than just an exhibition space. It also organises a variety of festivals, performances and many other educational programmes throughout the year.

Address
93 Stamford Road Singapore 178897

Tel: (65) 6332 3659 / (65) 6332 5642

Opening Hours
Singapore History Gallery: 10.00am - 6.00pm daily
Singapore Living Galleries: 10.00am - 9.00pm daily (free admission from 6.00pm - 9.00pm)

Admission
Adult: SGD 10
Student/NS Men: SGD 5
Senior Citizen (60 years old and above): SGD 5

Ticket allows admission to National Museum of Singapore, Singapore History Gallery and Singapore Living Galleries. It excludes admission to temporary exhibitions.

Getting There
By MRT:
City Hall (NS25/EW13) or Dhoby Ghaut (NS24/NE6). 10-minute walk from either station.

By Bus:
SBS: 17, 14E, 16, 36, 111, 124, 162, 174, 174E, 502
SMRT TIBS: 77, 106, 167, 171, 190, 700, 700A

As bus services are subject to change, please refer to SBS Transit for latest information.

Website
National Museum of Singapore

Related books
History of Singapore

Photo Gallery
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