Asian Civilisations Museum

Singapore

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The Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) is devoted to exploring the rich artistic heritage of Asia, especially the ancestral cultures of Singaporeans. Opened in 1997 and in its present building by the Singapore River since 2003, the museum traces its roots to the Raffles Museum, founded in the middle of the 19th century. ACM focuses on the many historical connections between the cultures of Asia, and between Asia and the world. Singapore’s history as a port city that brought people together from all over the world is used as a means of examining the history of Asia. Special exhibitions bring magnificent objects from around the world to our Singapore audience. Signature programmes like the annual ACM After Dark, Saturdays@ACM, and Lunchtime Concerts encourage visitors to connect more closely with culture and the arts. For more information, visit https://www.acm.org.sg/
What to Expect

The ACM’s collection began with objects from the colonial Raffles Library and Museum. The major part was ethnological materials collected in Southeast Asia – essentially examples of the crafts, tools, weapons, utensils, and costume of the Malay and other indigenous Southeast Asian cultures. There was also a small collection of Chinese objects.

Collections in new areas were started in the 1990s: West Asia/the Islamic world and South Asia, so that the ACM could fulfill its mission to highlight the roots of Singapore’s different ethnic groups in the various cultures and civilisations of Asia.

ACM opened in the former Tao Nan School Building on Armenian Street on 21 April 1997, with then Deputy PM Lee Hsien Loong presiding. The museum included 10 galleries, with thematic displays on China and space for special exhibitions. In 2003, the ACM moved into its current home — the historic Empress Place Building. First completed in 1867, this neoclassical-style building along the Singapore River had seen several extensions built during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Things to Note
  • Accessibility: Staff are available to assist visitors with disabilities whenever possible, and wheelchairs are available for loan.
  • Restriction: Food and drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition halls, but there’s a cafe on-site for refreshments.
  • Restriction: Large bags, backpacks, and luggage must be deposited in lockers at the entrance.
  • Restriction: Flash photography and tripods are generally not permitted, and photography may be restricted in certain exhibitions.
Operating Hours
SUNDAY 10:00 to 19:00
MONDAY 10:00 to 19:00
TUESDAY 10:00 to 19:00
WEDNESDAY 10:00 to 19:00
THURSDAY 10:00 to 19:00
FRIDAY 10:00 to 21:00
SATURDAY 10:00 to 19:00

Daily: 10am – 7pm. Fridays: 10am – 9pmAdmission to all galleries ends 30 minutes before closing time.

Highlights

  • Manila Galleon Exhibition: One of the most anticipated exhibitions at the ACM, “Manila Galleon: From Asia to the Americas”.
  • This exhibition, running from 16 November 2023 to 17 March 2024, delves into the historic trade route that linked Asia to the Americas and Europe.
  • Crossing Cultures: BOLD & BEAUTIFUL: Celebrate International Women’s Day by honouring the bold and beautiful contributions of women across Asia.
  • Daily Guided Tours: The museum offers daily guided tours in English and various other languages.

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