Indian Heritage Centre Permanent Galleries Ticket

Discover the Indian Heritage Centre’s permanent galleries and explore the story of the Indian community in Singapore.

Getting started

Arrive at 5 Campbell Lane in Little India and present your ID at the main entrance for ticket validation. After a quick check-in, proceed directly to the permanent galleries at your own pace.

What to expect

Indian Heritage Centre: Housed within an architecturally striking building inspired by traditional Indian stepwells (baolis), the Centre’s five permanent galleries provide a comprehensive and engaging look at the evolution of Indian and South Asian communities in Singapore and the wider region.

Features

• Origins and migration: Trace the early roots of South Asian migration into Southeast Asia, from ancient trade routes to early settlers. Rare artifacts, maps, and ancient texts illustrate both the hardship and enterprise of these early journeys.

• Pioneers and community builders: Discover the lives of early Indian pioneers in Singapore—from merchants and laborers to educators and politicians—who helped shape the nation’s cultural and social landscape.

• Cultural milestones: View intricately crafted objects, religious icons, traditional attire, musical instruments, and celebratory items that showcase the diversity of Indian traditions.

• Colonial era and national identity: Learn about the Indian community’s role during British colonial rule, including contributions during World War II, and how their identity evolved within a rapidly modernizing Singapore.