SINGAPO人

What is SINGAPO人

For over a century, the Chinese community in Singapore has been a major contributor to the cultural and technological advancements of the country. SINGAPO人 is a permanent exhibition set up by the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) in an attempt to capture the sheer magnitude of these contributions. From educational visuals to exciting games that you can play with friends, there is much to see, discover, and experience at SINGAPO人. The exhibition is a splendid way to unwind and spend an evening with your family, friends, or partner.

SCCC has chosen to broadly divide the space into five distinct zones. The first zone gives visitors an overview of how the geographic, political, and economic factors that played a role in Chinese Singaporean culture. Zone 2 is more focused on the traditional Chinese way of life and how family values have been passed down from generation to generation. The third zone captures the historic cultural exchanges that took place between the residents of Singapore and Chinese migrants of the 19th century. This resulted in an explosion of new customs, local cuisine, and pastimes that are fundamentally unique to Singapore. These multicultural influences are represented in Zone 4 - Made in Singapore. In the fifth and final zone, you will discover how Singapore made its mark on the global stage.

Why Visit SINGAPO人

After several months of stringent lockdowns, SCCC has opened its doors to visitors once more. Regardless of whether you are a history buff or a casual visitor, SINGAPO人 has something special for everyone. As you journey through each of the five interactive zones, you will discover all the deeply fascinating nuances of this Singaporean offshoot of Chinese culture. SINGAPO人 can also be a great place for children to learn about the country’s diverse heritage. Walking through the beautifully lit ‘Zone 1’ will give you an overview of the Chinese Zodiac and the Chinese New Year. Each zone has its own unique manner of introducing you to Chinese culture or taking you on a nostalgia trip. Zone 3, for instance, has a full-fledged futuristic projection table that gives you a complete walkthrough of historic Chinese dishes such as laksa and chilly crab.

Top Things to do at SINGAPO人

• Learn about the cultural exchanges, heritage, and government policies that have influenced the development of the Chinese community in Singapore.
• Enjoy a live-streamed performance by local artists at the TGIF Music Station.
• Stroll through five unique exhibition zones to learn about a variety of traditions, festivals, and food of this community.
• Delight in an interactive game of Kopi or find out how the humble seaport of Singapore transformed into a tourism and finance hub.

Facts and Information about SINGAPO人

• Owing to the innumerable doors and windows in the room, Zone 2 has a charming Alice in Wonderland feel to it. These exhibits are actually pieced together from demolished HBD estates!
• The drawers and cupboards in Zone 2 are filled with soft toys, blankets, and vintage cassette players that are sure to transport you all the way back to your childhood in the ’80s and ‘90s.
• The Kopi table in Zone 3 gives you a full multiplayer touchscreen experience that will test your knowledge of Chinese street cuisine.
• Don’t forget to collect your personality card in Zone 5 using the RFID band you receive at the entrance. Your personality type on the report will be based on all the rooms you explored and the points you scored during your visit.
• All the galleries are fully wheelchair and baby stroller accessible.
• Eating, drinking, and smoking are not allowed inside the gallery.
• Photography and videography for non-commercial, personal use are permitted in the gallery.