Virtual Museum Exhibitions And Tours To Check Out In Singapore

Do you know that there are quite a number of local museum exhibitions and tours that you can now visit online? Well, here's a list of digital exhibitions and tours that you can check out from the comforts of your home, or from wherever you are!

1. National Gallery Singapore

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The National Gallery Singapore is home to the world’s largest collection of modern Singaporean and Southeast Asian art.

To get your daily dose of artistic inspiration, be sure to check out the #GalleryAnywhere section of the National Gallery Singapore's website. This online initiative offers a whole gamut of virtual experiences, including incisive interviews, riveting videos and even a digital poetry writing project that you can participate in.

2. ArtScience Museum

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ArtScience at Home offers a diverse range of online programmes, including virtual tours, workshops, talks, performances, and more. Stay connected with the latest offerings by visiting the ArtScience at Home website and following their social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

3. Asian Civilisations Museum

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ACM Online lets you explore the museum’s galleries and collections from wherever you are. Whether through immersive virtual tours, video content, downloadable learning resources and activity kits, or digital access to the collection and publications, there’s plenty to engage with. Perfect for those who can’t visit in person or want to preview before going.

You may also want to check out Asian Civilisations Museum's Facebook page for exciting updates and more.

4. National Museum of Singapore

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Explore the National Museum of Singapore’s virtual galleries from wherever you are. Current offerings include interactive and video exhibitions that showcase the museum’s collections and programmes. The site also has virtual resources, exhibitions online, and guided digital content. Perfect if you want to preview before visiting, engage remotely, or find educational content for home learning.

An Old New World: Digital Edition

Sail back in time to the East Indies over 400 years ago as you take a virtual tour to an Old New World. The online exhibition offers two modes of navigation – guided and self-exploratory. The guided tour includes a curated exploration following the themes of Knowledge and Power and Seeing the Indigenous. Alternatively, you may also navigate the galleries at your own pace via the self-exploratory mode.

Alternatively, head to the National Museum of Singapore’s Facebook Page for a sample of the Museum’s insightful curation and wealth of knowledge. 

5. Former Ford Factory

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Explore the Former Ford Factory's permanent World War II exhibition through an immersive 360° virtual tour. This historic site marks the location where British forces surrendered to the Imperial Japanese Army on 15 February 1942. The exhibition delves into the events surrounding the British surrender, the Japanese Occupation of Singapore, and the enduring legacies of the war. Engage with oral history accounts, archival records, and videos that provide diverse perspectives on this pivotal period in Singapore's history. The virtual tour offers an enriching experience from the comfort of your home.

6. National Library Board (NLB)

NLB Online serves as the digital gateway to Singapore’s rich documentary heritage, offering a vast collection of digitised and born-digital content. This includes heritage books, manuscripts, photographs, music, newspapers, and more. Users can explore materials across various formats such as audio and video, books, images, maps, music albums, and websites. The platform also provides access to specialised collections like the Singapore Memory Project Collection (2011–2015) and the Encyclopedia of Singapore Tamils. Whether you're conducting research, seeking educational resources, or exploring Singapore's history, NLB Online offers a comprehensive and accessible digital archive.