Singapore History Gallery 10am - 6pm, daily (last admission at 5.30pm)

Explore Singapore's history from the 14th century to the modern period in this 2,800-square-metre gallery which takes a story-telling approach, unveiling different perspectives as you travel through tales of the past on your preferred path. The Events path traces major events and characters that were part of Singapore's history, while the Personal path tells stories through the eyes of the man on the street.

Voyage through the drama of national events as well as the intimate stories of individuals, and appreciate the struggles of the early settlers. With an audio-visual guide that comes in four languages, listen to interesting insights and quips of your choice to complete this enriching journey. Our young visitors can learn just as much with a dedicated children's option in the audio-visual guide.

Singapore Living Galleries Overview 10am - 8pm, daily (last admission at 7.30pm)

Spanning a combined floor area of 1,321 square metres, the four Singapore Living Galleries use art, technology and popular culture in innovative and engaging ways to present the stories of Singapore's ordinary people and social elite. Through the themes of Film & Wayang, Photography, Food and Fashion, these Galleries present the complexities of the country's history, and the layered, multicultural identity of its people.

Moving away from static showcase displays, the Singapore Living Galleries employ multimedia, popular culture, and the involvement of young local talents in the presentation and reinterpretation of Singapore's history. The result is a rich content woven together by filmmakers, graphic designers, lighting specialists and sound designers.

The extensive collection of artefacts and memorabilia, together with the information presented in the Galleries, takes about 90 minutes to fully appreciate. Each of these Galleries has a second room which allows a more hands-on experience and in-depth exploration of the themes presented.