Situated in Singapore’s Civic District, the Gallery consists of two national monuments, the former Supreme Court Building and City Hall, and has a combined floor area of 64,000 square metres (690,000 sq ft), making it the largest visual arts venue and largest museum in Singapore. A total cost of S$532 million has gone into National Gallery Singapore’s development.
The 5 main objectives of the National Gallery Singapore are as follows:
Research, exhibit and promote Southeast Asian artworks for the enjoyment of all
To be a central civic space, providing a platform for artistic expression and learning as well as lifestyle destination: built for the engagement, enjoyment and enrichment of Singaporeans and visitors
Facilitate the exchange of knowledge through regional partnerships and collaborations with other institutions
Drive, develop and foster visual arts development in Singapore and Southeast Asia, as well as establish a leading position in the international museums and galleries scene
Inform and educate audiences, through multi-sensory media and engaging experiences
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