Singapore, an island nation located off the Southern tip of the Malaysian Peninsula, is one of Southeast Asia’s most popular tourist destinations. Known for its urban development and diverse population, Singapore offers a unique oriental experience mixed with modern urban and cultural trends. The city-state’s exciting shopping districts, thriving commercial and business sectors, and its many wonderful tourist attractions are some of the highlights of this nation.
One of the more artistic and culturally significant attractions of the region is the Singapore Art Museum. Advocating contemporary artistic trends and expressions, this museum stands as a symbol of the creativity and dynamism of Singaporean and Southeast Asian modern and pop art. Home to several collections of art and galleries, this art museum assures a truly artistic experience imparting insights on the artist’s trends of modern times.
Housed in a 19th Century structure with once served as a Catholic Missionary School, the Singapore Art Museum boasts of showcasing one of the biggest public collections of modern Southeast Asian art. Established in 1996 and functioning under the National Heritage Board of Singapore, this museum is sure to be a treat to all those who are inspired by and are fans of modern artistic expressions and Southeast Asian art. Unlike many museums which are often cluttered or are too much on the senses due to too many pieces of art being showcased in a small area, the museum has many large galleries and halls with ample space so you have enough room to absorb the beauty and intricacies of the wonderful pieces of art at this museum. With a collection comprising modern art from Korea, Japan, China and India, and many inspiring permanent and exciting temporary exhibitions, one can be assured that a visit to this museum is sure to be worthwhile. The Singapore Art Museum also conducts several public programmes to foster new ideas and trends in the Southeast Asian art, and also established the SAM at 8Q; an extension to the museum, which aims to encourage the growth of modern art through a multi-disciplinary and diverse platform.
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