Dive into the Enigmatic World of the Mind at Science Centre Singapore's UNTAME

Discover the fascinating worlds of Dreams, Forensics, and Sensory Science in the most stimulating ways. Engage in a variety of activities offered! 

Venue: Science Centre Singapore
Date: October to December 2024

Have you ever wondered why we dream and if it serves a purpose? These lingering questions will be answered as Science Centre Singapore (SCS) aims to unravel the mysteries of the mind and more through its immersive blended learning festival, UNTAME. 

What is UNTAME?

UNTAME is the Centre's annual flagship event designed to spotlight the power of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in our everyday lives.

This year, UNTAME invites families to embark on a captivating journey into the intricacies of the human mind with its theme, "More Than Meets the Mind." Through a vibrant mix of interactive displays, challenging activities, and stimulating installations, parents and children will delve into fascinating topics such as perception, psychology, dreams, and even criminal psychology.

It's an exciting opportunity to spark curiosity and encourage self-reflection on the human psyche in the most engaging and entertaining ways. 

The Four Sub-Events at UNTAME

For this year, UNTAME will feature four sub-events - Saving Sensoria, STAR Lecture, STEAM Festival: The Secret Life of Rex, and Breach Resort. Each event will cater to a specific target audience, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

1. Saving Sensoria

*Photo from past event, for illustration only. 

Venue: KidsSTOP™
Date: 4, 6, 12, and 13 October 2024

Saving Sensoria is an interactive promenade theatre experience for preschoolers that celebrates the different ways we experience the world. Embark on an enchanting adventure in Sensoria, where Sarah, a courageous but visually impaired girl, seeks urgent assistance to save her village's Heart.

Children will join her on a sensory quest, using their other senses to restore light to Sensoria. This immersive experience aims to cultivate empathy and awareness of diverse perceptions, introducing children to inclusivity and acceptance in a captivating and meaningful way.

Tickets are priced at $29 per pax and will go on sale from 1 September. Click here for more details.

2. STAR Lecture

Venue: Science Centre Singapore, The Annexe
Date: 19 October 2024

Have you ever felt like your mind was playing tricks on you? Or wondered why we sometimes perceive things differently from others? Satisfy your curiosity at the STAR Lecture, available to the public for just one day! This interactive presentation will take you on a fascinating journey through the mind.

This year’s anchor scientist, Dr. Jean Liu, is a psychology researcher who seeks to understand how we think, feel, and act. Together with skits and demonstrations, her presentation will uncover intriguing connections to the mind, shedding light on captivating phenomena such as the ‘Mandela Effect’, the ‘Suspension Bridge Effect’ and the ‘False Memory Experiment’, offering unexpected and thought-provoking revelations. 

Find out more about the STAR Lecture here and get your ticket for $10!

3. STEAM Festival: The Secret Life of Rex 

Venue: KidsSTOP™
Date: 29 November - 15 December 2024

The Secret Life of Rex will showcase how sensorial experiences and surreal dreamscapes collide. Join Rex, a little dinosaur with big dreams to embark on an adventure into his secret life and uncover the science behind our five senses, sleep, and the curious realm of dreams! 

During this activity, children will wander through the installation zones, exploring thematic modifications to current exhibits to make new discoveries on dreams and sleep at every turn. This includes exciting conversations about dreams with an AI-powered chatbot, interactive digital games and a life-sized analog puzzle to explore the science behind sleep and the subconscious. 

Make sure to bring your child to explore Nighty Night Neurons, a larger-than-life collaborative art installation created by five-to-eight-year-olds. Resembling a brain, it highlights the importance of sleep and the functionality of brain neurons.

Additionally, Science Centre Singapore will be hosting the pilot launch of The Rex Factory, a pop-up retail experience where children can build and customise their very own version of Rex, the honorary KidsSTOP™ mascot!

Ticket sales will begin 30 September onwards. Come join the Early Bird Mailing List here.

4. Breach Resort

Venue: Science Centre Singapore 
Date: 29 November - 15 December 2024 | Friday to Sunday only
Recommended for 15 years and above

Do you want to be part of an exciting crime investigation and explore the Science Centre after dark? Here’s your chance!

Lured by the shimmering sands of Breach Resort for a music festival, you will be plunged into a web of crime and mystery! Using forensic science and sharp investigative skills, participants will engage in various activities to reconstruct each crime scene to solve the mystery.

Designed specifically for young adults aged 15 and up, this captivating experience offers a deep dive into criminal psychology and the role of forensic scientists. You can explore and engage in investigations, including bloodstain pattern analysis, toxicology, as well as footprint and fingerprint analysis.

Enjoy a complimentary snack and drink at the beach resort, along with same-night general admission to the Science Centre galleries.

Ticket sales for Breach Resort will begin 30 September onwards. You can join the Early Bird Mailing List here.

Event Details

Bring the whole family along for a day of discovery and unforgettable experiences. Click here for more details and updates about UNTAME: More Than Meets the Mind.