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ASIAN CIVILISATIONS MUSEUM RAFFLES MUSEUM OF BIODIVERSITY RESEARCH
CHINESE HERITAGE CENTRE RED DOT DESIGN MUSEUM
HEALTHZONE REFLECTIONS AT BUKIT CHANDU
MALAY HERITAGE CENTRE SGH MUSEUM
MEMORIES AT OLD FORD FACTORY SINGAPORE ART MUSEUM
MINT MUSEUM OF TOYS SINGAPORE CITY GALLERY
MUSEUM OF SHANGHAI TOYS SINGAPORE PHILATELIC MUSEUM
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF SINGAPORE S'PORE DISCOVERY CENTRE
NEWATER VISITOR CENTRE THE BATTLE BOX
NUS MUSEUM THE CHANGI MUSEUM
 

ASIAN CIVILISATIONS MUSEUM

1 Empress Place

Asian Bonanza
27 May, 1 – 6pm
Get creative with a great line-up of children’s craft activities or search the galleries for a special souvenir. Plus, watch an afternoon-long series of documentaries about the greatest issues facing our region.
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CHINESE HERITAGE CENTRE

12 Nanyang Drive, NTU

 
A "Chinese Odyssey"
27 May, 11am – 5pm
Discover the rich heritage of Chinese culture through guided tours, games and? handicraft workshops. Enjoy documentaries on Chinese restaurants around the world.
Workshop charges apply. Free shuttle service to CHC from Outram MRT station at 10.15am and Jurong East MRT station at 10.30am, 12noon and 1pm. For details, call 67906176 or email chc@ntu.edu.sg.
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MALAY HERITAGE CENTRE

85 Sultan Gate

 
“Eastern Surprise” Food Trail *FULLY BOOKED*
19 May, 2.30-9pm
Feast on Middle and Far Eastern cuisines as you explore Kampong Glam. Discover erotic tidbits, both cultural and culinary.
$50per person. To register, go to www.HungryGoWhere.com. Limited to 40 participants.

Brought to you bu HungryGoWhere - Singapore's first independant food website, that brings real reviews from real people and all the promotions being offered at restaurants.
Special Guided Tours for the Disabled
19 & 26 May, 10am - for the hearing impaired
20 & 27 May, 10am - for the visually impaire
Take part in a customised tour conducted in sign language. Interact with special exhibits and read more in a Braille brochure.
To register, email md_fuadi@malayheritage.org.sg. First-come-first-served basis, maximum 30 participants.
Museums Alive – Reenactment in the Museum
20 May, 1.30pm& 5pm
See reenactments of Kampong Glam activities or watch "P Ramlee" acting in Bujang Lapok.
SPECIAL OFFERS
18-27 May
  • Join a museum quiz and win instant prizes.
  • Discounted museum admission: Adults: $2, Child (below 7 yrs) & Senior Citizens (above 60yrs): $1.50
  • Discounted cultural shows: Adults: $8, Child (below 7yrs) & Snr Citizens (above 60yrs): $5
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MEMORIES AT OLD FORD FACTORY

351 Upper Bukit Timah Road
Heritage C-Race
26 May, 9am – 5pm
Form teams of 5 with your family and friends and re-live history — “Amazing Race” style! Have fun exploring an actual battle site and the site of the British surrender.
$5 per team. To register, call 6332 7973. Limited to 20 teams
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REFLECTIONS AT BUKIT CHANDU

31-K Pepys Road

 
Heritage C-Race *Postponed*
26 May, 9am – 5pm
Form teams of 5 with your family and friends and re-live history — “Amazing Race” style! Have fun exploring an actual battle site and the site of the British surrender.
$5 per team. To register, call 6332 7973. Limited to 20 teams
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RAFFLES MUSEUM OF BIODIVERSITY RESEARCH

45 Science Drive 2
Reflections at Bukit Chandu, Memories at Old Ford Factory

 
MIA Trail *FULLY BOOKED*
26 May, 6 – 11pm
Join us for a thrilling night adventure over three unique galleries and a hike along Kent Ridge Park! Experience Singapore’s biodiversity at the Raffles Museum then stroll along picturesque Kent Ridge Canopy Walk to arrive at Reflections at Bukit Chandu — an actual WWII battleground.? The trail ends at Memories at Old Ford Factory where you can uncover WWII facts through the “Syonan Race” game.
To register, email eileen_ng@nhb.gov.sg. Limited to 80 participants.
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MINT MUSEUM OF TOYS

26 Seah Street

 
Dining among Toys
20 - 24 May, 7.30 - 10pm
Feast on a delicious 4-course meal while seated next to your choice of toy display.
$48+++ per person. To register, call 6339 6266 and quote “IMD – Dining Among Toys”. 4 days’ advance reservation needed.
Exclusive Tour by Founder Mr Chang Yang Fa
25 May, 4pm– 5.30pm *FULLY BOOKED*
Explore Singapore’s first purpose-built wonderland of toys with the museum owner himself.
Free tour, museum admission fees apply. To register, email info@emint.com with the subject "IMD Guided Tour". Limited to 20 participants.
SPECIAL OFFERS
18-27 May
  • 1- for-1 museum admission
  • Spend a minimum of $25 at Mint Café to enjoy 1 complimentary Adult admission
  • Extended opening hours (till 9.30pm) for Mint Café on 18, 25, 26 May
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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF SINGAPORE

93 Stamford Road

 
In the Trail of the Ghawazee *FULLY BOOKED*
18 May, 8pm
Be entranced by renowned choreographer Leila Haddad’s ensemble as they fuse music and the ancient Arabic dance form of Raqs Sharki.
$28 per person. Purchase tickets at NMS visitor service counters. Limited to 190 participants.
“Living Under the Crescent Moon” Exhibition Guided Tours
18 May, 2.30pm; 19 & 20 May, 11am & 2.30pm
Discover the delightful diversity of Arabic homes and interiors from nomadic tents to modern architecture.
Limited to 15 participants per session.
Middle Eastern Dance Workshop
20 May, 3 – 6pm
Learn advanced techniques from Leila Haddad, the queen of Oriental dance.
$75 per person. Purchase tickets at NMS visitor service counters or online at http://www.nationalmuseum.sg/crescent_moon. Limited to 45 participants
Singapore History Gallery guided tours

26 & 27 May, 11.30am & 3.30pm (in English)
22 – 25 May, 10.30am (in Japanese)
26 May, 11am; 27 May, 11am & 2pm (in Mandarin)
Explore Singapore’s history from its beginnings in the 14th century to the modern period in this 2,800 square metre gallery.
Free tour, gallery admission fees apply. Limited to 15 participants.
National Museum Architectural Highlights Tour
25 May, 3.30pm; 27 May, 11.30am & 3.30pm
Gain insights on the building’s conservation and the intricacies of its new extension wing.
Limited to 15 participants per session.
Volunteer Recruitment Drive - We Want You!
27 May, 11am – 5pm
Lucky Dip: 11am-5pm
Sign up as volunteer and your next visit to the Museum may be free!

Personal Sharing Session: 2–2.30pm (in English), 2.30–3pm (in Mandarin)
Find out about the volunteers’ learning journeys and what it takes to be a volunteer at the Museum.

Special Orientation Tours: 11.30am & 1.30pm (in English), 1.30pm (in Mandarin), 2.30pm (in Japanese)
Explore the National Museum and understand the roles of volunteer involvement.
Max 15 participants for tour.

For enquiries, call 6332 3211 / 6332 9023 or email nhb_nm_volunteer@nhb.gov.sg.
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NEWATER VISITORS CENTRE

20 Koh Sek Lim Road

 
Water Wally Special
19-20 & 26-27 May:
Activities:
9am – 5.30pm
Guided tours:
9-10.30am, 10.45am – 12.15pm, 12.30-2pm, 2.15-3.45pm, 4-5.30pm
Take part in free guided tours while your kids have fun at the Water Wally colouring corner. Bring home special souvenirs while stocks last!
Welcoming Visitor #500,000
Ongoing
Be the 500,000th vistor to NEWater Visitor Centre and receive a surprise gift. Hurry down, it might just be you!
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NUS MUSEUM

50 Kent Ridge Crescent

 
Zooming in on Photojournalism *FULLY BOOKED*
19 May, 2 - 5pm
Learn photography techniques from award winning photojournalist Bob Lee. See how images can shape perceptions of reported events.
To register, email museum@nus.edu.sg. Limited to 20 participants. Participants should bring their own digital camera.
Focusing on Urban Heritage *FULLY BOOKED*
26 May, 2 - 5pm
Discover how to record history through photography with renowned documentary cameraman Nadeson Selvanthan.
To register, email museum@nus.edu.sg. Limited to 20 participants. Participants should bring their own digital camera
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SINGAPORE ART MUSEUM

71 Bras Basah Road

 

Curatour by Low Sze Wee
18 May, 7.30 - 8.30pm
Gain a fresh insight into Southeast Asian Art with this free tour by a leading curator.
Bonjour by French@Work
18 May, 6.30-7pm or 7.15-7.45pm *FULLY BOOKED*
19 May, 4-4.30pm or 4.45-5.15pm
Take beginner or intermediate French lessons from certified teachers.
To register, email nhb_sam_programs@nhb.gov.sg or call 6332 3220. Limited to 10 per workshop.
The Art Market in Singapore and Southeast Asia
19 May, 2-4pm
Hear prominent gallery owners share insights on art collecting and the Asian art market.
Speakeasy vs Dubwise May
19 May, 6.30pm
Hip-hop and Poetry Recital meets Electronic madness in an evening of electrifying acts!
$4 per person. For enquiries, please call 6332 3220.
Curatour by Ong Zhen Min
25 May, 7.30-8.30pm
Join our curator as she introduces the history and development of Singapore art.
Distant Cousins: an Architectural Comparison of the Louvre with the Colonial Buildings of Singapore
25 May, 7.30 – 9pm
Hear about the influence of neo-classicism on the Louvre museum and Singapore’s colonial buildings.
Walk on the Wild Side
27 May, 10am – 5pm
Hunt down bronze tiles to make rubbings of animal designs or take part in games like Wildlife Range and Chicken Run.
Recommended for kids aged 3-12 yrs.
DIY Art
27 May, 10am – 5pm
Unleash your artistic side and add your painted masterpieces to our unique outdoor gallery.
*For enquiries, please call 6332 3220.
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SINGAPORE CITY GALLERY

45 Maxwell Road

 
6.5 million: Growing Singapore, Planning Ahead
19 May, 11.30am
Hear how urban planning experts meet the challenges of a growing population.
Understanding Heritage Buildings:More than a Facade
26 May, 11.30am
Enjoy a free talk and learn to appreciate our heritage buildings.
Street of the Red Chambers
26 May, 9.45am, 1.45pm & 3.45pm
Uncover hidden gems of our heritage during this free guided tour through Keong Saik Road, one of Singapore’s oldest streets.
To register, call 6321 8321. Limited to 25 participants per tour.
Designing Leisure - Inspirations from The Marina Bay Sands
18-26 May (except 20 May), 9am-5pm
Examine a large scale-model of Singapore's first Integrated Resort.
Exhibition Quiz
18-26 May (except 20 May), 9am-5pm
Participate in quizzes and treasure hunts in conjunction with the gallery’s latest exhibits.
For enquiries, call 6321 8247 or email cindy_yam@ura.gov.sg.
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SINGAPORE PHILATELIC MUSEUM

23-B Coleman Street
“Down Memory Lane” – A Postcard Trail
19 & 26 May, 2pm; 20 & 27 May, 9.30am
Join a walking trail to hear interesting tales of early Singapore and see how Fort Canning and Singapore River have changed. Free postcards for all!
$7 for Adults and $5 for children (below 12 yrs). To register, call 6337 3888 or email lim_li_hui@nhb.gov.sg. Limited to 20 participants per session.
Windows to the World
27 May, 9am – 7pm
Enjoy our amazing line-up of activities for children of all ages and sample snippets of Korean culture.
Workshop fees apply. For enquiries, call 6337-3888 or e-mail: lim_li_hui@nhb.gov.sg.
Traveller to the World of Philately
18-27 May, Museum opening hours
Explore our galleries and collect stamps for your passport.
Free passports for the first 500 visitors. Museum admission fees apply.
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HEALTHZONE

3 Second Hospital Avenue
Discover! HealthZone
18-19 & 21-24 May, 9–5pm;
Learn healthy living from an exciting array of games, workshops and exhibitions. Exciting prizes to be won!
Admission and workshop charges apply.
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MUSEUM OF SHANGHAI TOYS

83 Rowell Road

 
“Singaporean Childhood” exhibition
18 – 27 May, 10am – 8pm
Delight in this exhibition of toys made in Singapore, China, Taiwan, Korea and Japan.
Museum admission applies.
SPECIAL OFFERS
18-27 May
Free wind-up toy for each child accompanied by an adult. Different designs to collect! For families with 2 kids, 2 adults must be present to qualify.
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RED DOT DESIGN MUSEUM

28 Maxwell Road

 
“the red dot award: design concept winners” exhibition
18 – 21 & 25-27 May, 11am – 6pm (Till 8pm on weekends)
Discover bold, exciting and creative visions of the future!
Museum admission applies.
SPECIAL OFFERS
18-27 May (Museum opening hours)
50% off admission fees: Adults: $2.50, Students, Senior Citizens, Designers: $1.50
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S’PORE DISCOVERY CENTRE

510 Upper Jurong Road

 
“Making the World Go Round – Currencies from Around the World” exhibition
18-26 May (except 21 May), 9am – 6pm
Understand countries through the design of their currencies.
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SGH MUSEUM

11 Third Hospital Avenue
Guided tour of SGH Museum
18-27 May (except 21 & 22 May), 2-3pm, 3-4pm and 4-5pm
Relive 200 years of Singapore’s medical education and history.
$2.50 per person. Minimum 10 people for each tour.
SPECIAL OFFERS
18-27 May
  • 10% off storewide at the SGH Museum Shop (Not valid for promotional items).
  • SGH Museum postcards by artist Mr Yeo Kian Hwee now only $3 (U.P. $5).
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THE CHANGI MUSEUM

1000 Upper Changi Road North

 
Audio Tour
18-27 May, 9.30am – 5pm
Hear the stories of WWII Prisoners-of-War in this 45-minute audio tour (in English).
$8 per adult, $4 per child. Download the e-coupon here or from www.changimuseum.com to enjoy a discount!
The Great Changi Challenge
18-27 May, 2pm-4pm
Collect your challenge kit and have fun searching the galleries for clues.? Answer the quiz correctly to redeem cool prizes.
Suitable for both adults and children above 10yrs. $15 per person. Download the e-coupon here or from www.changimuseum.com to enjoy a discount!
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THE BATTLE BOX

2 Cox Terrace

 
SPECIAL OFFERS
18-27 May
  • Discounted museum admission (inclusive of guided tour): Adults: $5, Children: $3
  • Free souvenir bookmark for every visitor, while stocks last.
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