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Singapore History
Museum
The Singapore History Museum explores the
rich heritage of the people of Singapore.
From our ethnic and religious diversity, to
the struggle for nationhood, the museum
traces the trends and developments that have
characterized and shaped life in Singapore
from as early as the 14th
century. Visitors can stroll through an
early 20th century Peranakan
house, fully re-created with its imposing
ancestral hall, to the intricately furnished
bridal Chamber. Visitors can also enjoy a
3-D Experience, the only high definition 3-D
show in the town that presents the history
of Singapore through animation, virtual sets
and historical footages.
Getting there
Walk towards Stamford Road from Dhoby Ghaut
MRT (NI).
Singapore Mint Coin
Gallery
Just east of the Boon Lay MRT station is the
Singapore Mint which churns out the
country's coins. The mint features an
exhibit of domestic coins and medals, and a
selection of foreign coins.
Getting there
Take SBS bus 154 from Boon Lay MRT (W12) to
Jalan ahmad Ibrahim and walk in by Teban
Gardens Crescent.
Singapore Navy
Museum
Military enthusiasts and visitors can trace
the development of naval forces in Singapore
from the Straits Settlements Royal Naval
volunteer Reserve of the 19th
century to today's Republic of Singapore
Navy. Other items of interest include
antique marine equipments, historic
photographs and even details of the
sophisticated, high technology missile
corvette vessels of the current Navy.
Getting there
Take TIBS bus 856 from Sembawang MRT (N113).
Alight opposite Sembawang Camp on Admiralty
Road West and obtain a gate pass before
entering the camp.
Singapore
Philatelic Museum
This museum is a treat for both stamp and
non-stamp collectors. Collectors will be
enchanted with the fine collection of local
and international stamps, and first-day
covers housed in this quaint building dating
back to 1907. For non-collectors, the museum
portrays multi-ethnic Singapore through
stamps, postcards and visuals. The intricate
process leading to a stamp issue- from
artwork through printing plates and
progressive sheets to the final product -
are vividly illustrated. Visitors may
request for guided tours at the reception or
pre-arranged tours by phone.
Getting there
Walk towards Coleman Street from City Hall
MRT (C2).
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