Celebrate the National Museum of Singapore’s 137th Anniversary & Bid Farewell to the Popular Story of the Forest Installation

Join in the farewell celebration of the popular Story of the Forest Installation with accompanying installations and activities that also coincide with the Museum’s 137th birthday celebrations

Venue: National Museum of Singapore
Date: 21 September - 13 October 2024 | 10am - 7pm
Admission: Free with paid activities

The National Museum of Singapore celebrates 137 years this year with a series of to-dos for families to come celebrate its anniversary. During the same time, Story of the Forest, the well-loved installation inspired by Singapore’s treasured collection of natural history drawings by William Farquhar will close after eight years on 13 Oct 2024.

To mark this anniversary and farewell, fun activities and installations will be offered to entertain families planning to visit. So don't miss out—check out the list of activities to join!

Final Curtain: Story of the Forest 

Venue: Glass Rotunda
Date: 5 October 2024
Time: 9am - 12pm
Admission: $40/pax or $75/pair

Experience the colourful Story of the Forest for the last time through the popular sound bath programme where you can also embark on an aromatic session by Givaudan after.

Join the captivating voyage as you experience the popular 'Pathway to Peace' programme and embark on a profound journey towards inner harmony. Indulge yourself in a transformative session of guided meditation and sound healing, where you’ll be led through serene landscapes of the mind, finding comfort in the gentle whispers of nature’s symphony. 

Guided by facilitators from Om Zone, Nicole Phoon and Mary Ho, they aim to inspire you to prioritise physical and mental health, leaving you with tools to incorporate meditation into your daily routine, fostering lasting harmony and balance. 

And afterwards, the fragrance company, Givaudan will share the inspiration behind the creation of aromas that complement the exhibition before giving you your own “Story of the Forest” scent to take home.

Notes to take:

• Participants are required to sit on the floor, so it is recommended to bring your own mats
• The facilitator will be guiding via an audio app so please ensure that you have your mobile phone and earpiece for the programme
• The price includes the sound bath segment, a sharing session by Givaudan and a bottle of reed diffuser
• All tickets sold are non-refundable

Get your tickets here.

Personalised William Farquhar Collection Postcard, Forest Lounge and Bridge 

Venue: Outside Glass Rotunda, Level 2
Date: 21 September - 13 October 2024
Time: 10am - 7pm
Admission: Free

Inspired by the Natural History Drawings from the William Farquhar Collection found in Story of the Forest, get ready for a multisensory experience that extends beyond the Story of the Forest exhibition. 

At the Personalised William Farquhar Collection Postcard drop-in activity, you can create a one-of-a-kind postcard using 30 unique fauna and flora designs from Story of the Forest that you can choose from. Make it even more special by colouring them and adding your own decorations! Learn more about each featured species through the informative captions on the back of each card. 

You can also unwind and take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life at the Forest Lounge and Bridge. Inside the nature-inspired spaces you’ll encounter life-sized animal cutouts amid the soothing sounds of nature. While relaxing in comfortable hammocks, put your wits to the test with tangram puzzles and complete it to win a limited-edition tea strainer (while stocks last).

While you're here, take in the calming scents from Givaudan, inspired by Story of the Forest. And if you love the fragrance, keep an eye out for special-edition candles featuring these scents, available for purchase at the MUSEUM MARKET starting in early October 2024.

Anniversary Weekend Special

Venue: Outside Glass Rotunda, Level 2
Date: 12 October - 13 October 2024
Time: 11am - 2pm | 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Admission: Free

Celebrate the anniversary by participating in a fun activity where you have to choose a pair of special-coloured filters and uncover a hidden message outside the Glass Rotunda. After you get the message, let’s participate in an animal-themed bag charm-making workshop guided by an expert. Create a unique and adorable souvenir with a touch of wildlife to your accessories!

Workshops will take place every 30 minutes, with up to 20 participants per session. Limited sets available, while stocks last.

Find more information about the event here.