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DBS Sailing at The Bay

2 - 5 May, 6 Jun, 7 - 19 May • 12:00pm

Be inspired by Marina Bay’s transformation over the years! Hop on board our DBS sailboats and discover historical trivia about iconic waterfront landmarks and transport modes in the past, while enjoying Singapore’s skyline from the water.

Discover the Singapore Education Story with MOE Heritage Centre

6 - 25 May • 12:00pm

MOE Heritage Centre showcase Singapore's Education Story from the early 19th century to the present.

Foothill Stories - A Roving Performance with a Craft Component

4 - 5, 11 - 12 May • 11:00am

4 - 5, 11 - 12 May • 02:00pm

Take a walk with us to Children’s Museum Singapore and The Peranakan Museum, which were once schools that served the community. Let’s travel back in time and unravel their history together in this roving performance with hands-on craft component.

Fort Siloso Night Experience Tour

Fort Siloso is Singapore’s only well-preserved coastal fort that served as part of the country’s defences. Join us on this tour where you’ll be led only by a kerosene lamp and a guide who’ll take you through Fort Siloso.

Gillman Barracks – The Final Battle for Singapore

4, 11, 18, 25 May • 05:00pm

A one-hour walking tour of Gillman Barracks (GB)’s history – before the war, during the war and post war. Shattering some common myths about the war.

Heritage of Our Heartlands

11 May • 02:00pm

11 May • 03:00pm

As we mark 60 years of fulfilling Singaporeans’ home ownership aspirations, join us on this learning journey to uncover the history and heritage of our HDB heartlands which have housed a nation.

Hidden Gems of Colonial Architecture

Discover Singapore's Colonial Architecture on our Hidden Gems tour. Explore iconic Black & White houses designed by architect RAJ Bidwell.

Highlights of the Kampong Gelam Heritage Trail by Friends of the Museums Singapore

4 - 5 May • 10:00am

4 - 5 May • 05:00pm

Discover the rich history of Kampong Gelam, once home to Malay royalty and a hub for Haj pilgrims. This 60-minute tour will uncover stories from the various buildings and sites within the precinct.

HOMEGROUND: We Built This City

1 - 30 Jun • 10:00am • National Museum of Singapore Lawn

Step into the vibrant tapestry of Singapore's architectural heritage at "HOMEGROUND: We Built This City", an exhibition paying homage to the nation's rich built heritage

Housing a Nation: The History of Urban Redevelopment in Singapore (With Loh Kah Seng)

How did we remake the island’s colonial era urban spaces into Singapore’s earliest HDB estates? How did rehousing Singaporeans change our lifestyles and hopes for the future? What does the kampong spirit mean when we think about the past? To answer these questions, we speak to Dr Loh Kah Seng, author of the book Squatters into Citizens.