This gallery introduces visitors to the history of the villa. Learn about Teo Eng Hock, Lim Nee Soon and Tan Chor Lam, the key supporters of Dr. Sun Yat Sen in Singapore.

This gallery explores the role played by Singapore as the headquarters of Tong Meng Hui (Chinese Revolutionary Alliance) in Southeast Asia.

This gallery highlights the impact the 1911 Revolution had on the Chinese community in both Singapore and the region.

This gallery explores the economic and social contributions of Chinese business pioneers to Singapore and the development of the local Chinese community.

This exhibition explores the evolution of modern women’s fashion from the late Qing era to 1970s. Explore the changes in the fashion trends through these fun activities through these fun activities.

This exhibition displays photographs taken over 100 years ago by early photography studios in Singapore. Discover more about early photography studios and the people of early Singapore.

This exhibition showcases Chinese cartoons from Singapore and China between the 19th to 20th century. Learn more about the history and development of local Chinese cartoons through these fun exercises.

Get crafty with Xiao Qing and learn more about Chinese traditional costumes through this DIY paper cube activity.

Did you know? Dragon Boat Festival falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. Join Uncle Ting to learn more about the legends and popular customs associated with Dragon Boat Festival through a series of fun activities such as origami rice dumpling folding!

Did you know? During Lunar New Year, lion dance is commonly performed to welcome an auspicious year. Join Uncle Ting to learn more about the legends and popular customs associated with this festival through a series of fun activities including red packet making!

Let's Learn with Uncle Ting: Celebrating Key Milestones with Chinese Food

Join Uncle Ting in celebrating the key milestones in life, and discover the symbolism of food in Chinese culture through a series of fun activities!

During the Mid-Autumn Festival, the moon is usually at its brightest and fullest. Join Uncle Ting to learn more about the legend of Chang’E and popular customs associated with this festival through a series of fun activities including lantern making!

In ancient China, scholars relied on the Four Treasures of the Study – the ink brush, ink stink, paper and inkstone. Learn more about Chinese calligraphy through a series of fun activities.

Delve into the colourful world of Chinese opera with news journalist, Uncle Ting. Learn about this fascinating art form through a series of fun activities.

Travel through time with news journalist, Uncle Ting to complete a series of tasks and unlock a time capsule! Through this self-guided activity, learn more about the history of the Chinese community in Singapore in the 20th century.

Add colour to our collections with these colouring sheets and learn more about history through these artefacts, suitable for all age groups.

How much do you know about Singapore’s history? Put your knowledge to the test with this series of creative crossword puzzles that are bound to spark inquisitive minds.

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Crossword Puzzle 1
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Learn more about Chinese culture through play. Children can get creative with these hands-on cultural craft kits, perfect for home-based learning for parents and educators alike.

Singapore is a melting pot of different cultures and ethnic communities. Learn more about the history and development of the different communities in Singapore with our National Day catalogue, a collection of educational resources produced by the Heritage Institutions. (Indian Heritage Centre, Malay Heritage Centre and Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall).

Singapore is a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic society. Learn more about the various aspects of the Indian, Malay and Chinese communities in Singapore with our Racial Harmony Day catalogue, a collection of educational resources produced by the Heritage Institutions. (Indian Heritage Centre, Malay Heritage Centre and Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall).

Singapore is home to people from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds. Discover how each community celebrates their festivals and learn more about the similarities amongst them.

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Embark on an exciting journey to discover the rich history and heritage of the Balestier precinct through this self-guided activity.

Find out more about upcoming programmes and exhibitions in this quarterly guide.

Get an overview of the memorial hall’s history, gallery content, key artefacts, and contact information.

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