National Gallery Singapore

National Gallery Singapore

Discover modern and contemporary art from Singapore and Southeast Asia at the National Gallery Singapore, open daily from 10am to 7pm.

Exhibitions and Experiences

Explore a vast collection of Southeast Asian art, featuring iconic works and unmissable experiences. Current exhibitions include "Between Declarations and Dreams: Art of Southeast Asia since the 19th Century," showcasing artists' exploration of identity, traditions, and history. Don't miss "Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art" within the DBS Singapore Gallery, offering a layered narrative of Singapore's art history from the 19th century to the present.

Tours and Unique Perspectives

Take a Building Highlights tour to uncover the stories behind the transformation of two national monuments into this home for the arts. For a unique perspective, join a Back of House Tour of the Former Supreme Court and learn about courtroom proceedings. Capture the best views with the IG Worthy Trail, from the Rotunda Library to the Padang Deck. The Ultimate First Timer Guide provides insights into Southeast Asian artists and impressive national monuments.

Engaging with Art

Engage young minds at the Gallery Children's Biennale, a signature event since 2017. Explore "Fernando Zóbel: Order is Essential," a survey of his art spanning North America, Asia, and Europe, and "Diplomacy and Desire: Basoeki Abdullah in Singapore," showcasing works by the Indonesian painter. "Laws of Our Land: Foundations of a New Nation," organized by the National Library Board, highlights pivotal laws in Singapore's history. Discover Southeast Asian artists featured at the labiennale and consider adopting Lai Foong Moi's "Labourer Lunch Break." See David Medalla’s evolving foam sculpture. The Gallery Children’s Biennale explores values of Joy, Kindness, Dream, and Love through interactive artworks. "OPEN END: Resonate, Re-Read and Re-Trace – The Substation Archive" delves into Singapore’s first independent contemporary art centre's archives. Celebrate National Day with exhibitions spotlighting Singaporean artists like Cheong Soo Pieng, Teo Eng Seng, Kim Lim, and Lim Tze Peng.

National Collection Highlights

The National Collection includes Wu Guanzhong's "Zhangjiajie", Tan Oe Pang's "Han Acrobatics", San Minn's "Age of Full Bloom", S. Sudjojono's "Kami Present Ibu Pertiwi Stand Guard for our Motherland", Raden Saleh's "Boschbrand Forest Fire", and Pratuang Emjaroen's "Red Morning Glory and Rotten Gun". Admire Lim Hak Tai’s “Calligraphy Couplet in Clerical Script”, Latiff Mohidin's