Singapore Attractions
Sculptures at the museum © squeakymarmot
Singapore Art Museum
The beautifully restored building (formerly St Joseph's School
for boys) rests serenely on Bras Basah Road. The museum has 14
galleries that showcase the national art collection and plays host
to a range of special exhibitions and outreach programmes. More
than 7,000 permanent artworks represent the largest collection of
20th century Southeast Asian art. Tours are available in English,
Japanese and Mandarin.
Address: 71 Bras Basah Road;
Website: www.singart.com;
Telephone: 6332 3222;
Transport: Take the MRT to Dhoby Ghaut (N1) or City Hall Station (C2). SBS bus 7, 14, 16, 36, 97, 131 or 162;
Opening time: Monday to Sunday 10am to 7pm. Extended hours on Friday until 9pm
;
Admission: Regular shows: S$3 (adults), concessions S$1.50. Blockbuster shows: S$5 (adults), concessions S$2.50. Free entry after 6pm on Fridays
