United Buddy Bears Exhibition Makes it Debut at Supertree Grove Lawn at Gardens by the Bay Singapore

The iconic United Buddy Bears exhibition, which has travelled the world since it began in Berlin in 2002, makes its Singapore debut at Supertree Grove Lawn! 

Venue: Supertree Grove Lawn at Gardens by the Bay
Dates: till 12 Oct 2025
Admission: Free

150 life-sized, vibrant bear sculptures will make their show-stopping debut in Singapore in the United Buddy Bears exhibition at the Supertree Grove Lawn at Gardens by the Bay. 

Since its inaugural exhibition in Berlin in 2002, the iconic showcase representing the hope for a peaceful world has made its way across 36 countries, including United States, France, Finland, Egypt, Japan, India before arriving in Singapore.

Each Bear Represents a Country

The 150 bears include 145 representing a specific country and five “special” bears. Each of the 145 country bears is designed by an artist from its respective country to exemplify their unique culture, heritage and creativity. 

Singapore’s very own bear, designed by then Raffles Design Institute student Jacqueline Harliman, also makes its homecoming. Singapore’s bear is the result of a design competition organised by Singapore Tourism Board back in 2010. Representing Singapore’s multi-cultural heritage, the Singapore bear carries a combination of orchids, henna tattoos and lotus motifs set against a red background.

Five Special Bears

The five special bears represent values and principles. They are:

• Golden Rule and Global Ethic, who travel in a pair and symbolise being considerate to fellow human brings and peaceful dialogue among religions
• Human Rights, which has Article 1 of the United Nation’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights inscribed on its back
• Respect for All Life, which is a reflection on ideal human behaviour towards all things alive
• Einstein, the only four-legged bear dedicated to the genius of the scientist Albert Einstein

Key Details 

The United Buddy Bears will be at the Supertree Grove Lawn from now till 12 Oct 2025. Admission is free. 

Don't forget to visit the rest of Gardens by the Bay while here, or check out the other family-friendly museums and exhibitions happening in Singapore!