- Address: 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897
- Phone: + 6563323659
- Website: www.nationalmuseum.sg
- Opening: 1849
- Working hours: 10.00-18.00
- Architect: Henry McCallum
The pride of any country is the presence of a capacious National Museum. The National Museum in Singapore appeared after the declaration of independence of the island from England in 1965. Previously, it was called the historic museum, by the way, at the turn of the 2000's, the name was periodically returned to this name. Today it is not only one of the first museums in the country , but in t.ch. and the most developing and interactive. It is housed in a beautiful historic building, built in neoclassical style with a glass dome. In 2006, the building was led by a large-scale restoration, after which the museum was opened by the President of Singapore S. Ramanathan.
The collection of the National Museum of Singapore is dedicated to the history of the island and the country around the 14th century AD, including various peoples and nationalities that ever inhabited its territory and contributed to the development of the future. The museum's basic fund is the personal collection of Sir Stamford Raffles, who was the first settler and governor. It includes various historical values of the development of South-East Asia, archaeological finds and ethnographic collections.
Initially, the museum was formed in 1849 as a small part of the Raffles Institution library, later it was transported many times, and the future National Museum moved to its building only in 1887. Over the years, the museum's exposition has grown and continues to grow today. It consists of five parts, the largest of which is devoted to the history of the country from the very beginnings. It is exhibited in the form of twenty dioras reflecting the most important events in the history of Singapore: from the landing of Sir Stamford Raffles on the shore and the establishment of the first modern settlement, and ending with independence in 1965. The remaining four galleries of the National Museum of Singapore are dedicated to cultural heritage and development. At the exhibitions there are photos showing the formation of cinematography, national fashion and local cuisine.
The museum stores eleven real treasures of the nation, in the list of which the world-famous Singapore stone dating back to the 13th century. This is a fragment of a block of sandstone, the inscription on which has not yet been deciphered. By the way, they could not even determine the ancient language of this inscription. There is an opinion that this can be either Sanskrit, or Old Javanese, or some other related language. The Singapore stone is one of the 12 strictly protected artifacts of the country. Other treasures of the museum include one of the early photographs of Singapore - a daguerreotype, golden ornaments of the Sacred Hill from East Java, a portrait of the previous governor of Singapore, as well as a genuine testament of Abdullah bin Abdul Qadir, a famous Malayan writer.
Interactivity of the National Museum can only be envied. Each room is equipped with touch screens and video screens, which show documentary films of the relevant subject. This allows you to immerse yourself in the historical past of Singapore. In addition, each tourist receives an electronic guide in English or Chinese, with which it is easier to navigate through the halls. The museum often conducts film screenings, various festivals, organizes master classes, for example, the technique of painting porcelain.
In the National Museum of Singapore are some of the best restaurants in the state - with Chinese and European cuisine, as well as a small buffet with light snacks and a souvenir shop.
How to get there?
You can get to one of the most popular landmarks of the country either by renting a car or by using public transport , for example, by metro stations - Dhoby Ghaut or Bras Basah. Adult ticket costs about $ 10, students - $ 5, children under 6 years old admission free. The historical section is open from 10am to 6pm, the rest of the halls are open until 20.00. The museum has no weekends. The museum building is allowed to take photographs.
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