Introduction
If you’re looking for a creative way to teach your kids about Singapore’s history, Children’s Museum Singapore is the answer. With engaging exhibitions and safe spaces for kids to roam, explore, and play, there is no better way to get your kids excited about history. Young toddlers can explore the Play Pod – a fun area for free play – while older kids can travel back in time to learn why our forefathers came to Singapore. Aside from its ongoing exhibitions, Children’s Museum Singapore has exciting special exhibitions throughout the year, including Children’s Season 2024 (25 May – 23 June 2024), which returns with plenty of exciting activities, from food trails to cooking workshops, and more.
Children’s Museum Singapore Children’s Season 2024
Children’s Museum Singapore Children’s Season is an annual program offering a delightful blend of cultural and educational experiences designed to ignite curiosity in little ones about Singapore’s rich heritage. This year’s theme, Innovation, set the stage for an engaging lineup of programs curated by Children’s Museum Singapore and its Museum Roundtable partners to nurture creative thinking amongst the kiddos. With an array of activities planned, there’s something for the entire family to enjoy, guaranteed to put your June holidays to good use!
Among the highlights is the signature program, Oodles of Noodles ($20 per child, with one free accompanying adult), where kids can explore Singapore’s vibrant hawker culture. Kiddos can join Izzy on a food trail through Armenian Street as she searches for innovative recipe ideas to amp up her Laksa dish and create their very own Oodles of Noodles craft at the end of their food adventure.
Children’s Museum Singapore special exhibition: Into the Hawkerverse
As part of its Children’s Season 2024, Children’s Museum Singapore will also launch Into The Hawkerverse, a special exhibition spotlighting Singapore’s iconic hawker culture and how it became Singapore’s first inscription to the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2020. The exhibition was curated with insights from children and shed light on this uniquely Singaporean heritage, what goes into creating these delicious, award-winning dishes, and more. Kids will dive into Singapore’s hawker journey through multisensory exploration and object-based learning in an interactive and educational experience.
Level 1 at the Children’s Museum Singapore
Children can embark on a time-traveling adventure with Captain and WonderBot to uncover the origins of Singapore. Unlike traditional museums, kids are encouraged to touch and interact with everything within their reach. From picking fruits and vegetables to climbing into a barber’s chair, there are no limits. The Hidden Chamber features an immersive show on a projector screen, where the Captain reveals treasures and stories about each object’s beginnings.
A highlight for kids is exploring a mini boat and ship, where they can climb into berths and hammocks in the cabins. The journey includes sailing through stormy weather and landing at Ahoy Singapore to unleash their exploratory instincts.
In the old streets of Singapore at The Marketplace, kids can handle shop products, pump old-fashioned water pumps, learn about spices, hear shopkeeper stories, and try heritage trades like street barber or letter writing.
In the present day, kids can design stamps at the post office and send messages through a thrilling message tunnel, watching their faces light up with joy as capsules zip across the room
Level 2 of the Kids’ Historical Center Singapore (CMSG) – as of now shut until 24 May 2024
This amazing exhibition features beautiful paper sculptures by Colombian artist Diana Beltran Herrera, showcasing birds, flowers, and more. It’s a multi-sensory experience where kids can hear birds chirping, smell flowers, and touch ancient fossils. Learn about various bird species and flowers found in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
For those who enjoy games, “How Fast Can You Fly” is a multimedia game where kids can pretend to be spotted wood owls hunting for prey. By flapping their arms to help the owl fly, this interactive game combines fun with physical activity.
Explore the diverse ways different communities in Singapore celebrate occasions like birthdays and welcoming a newborn. Kids can learn about traditional birthday dishes, smell delicious cakes, and discover birth rituals in an engaging way.
Active toddlers will love the Play Pod, a safe space for children aged 2 to 4 to run around, crawl through tunnels, pick play-pretend produce, and explore nature’s treats. They can even run their own food cart and pretend to cook meals for you.
Please note that the Level 2 galleries of Children’s Museum Singapore will be closed from April 18 to May 24, 2024, for renovation. During this period, museum entry is free, but be sure to book your time slot in advance!
How to get to the Children’s Museum Singapore
- By train: The Children’s Museum Singapore is an 8-minute walk from City Hall MRT Station.
- By bus: Alight at any of these bus stops – Old Hill Street Police Station, Grand Park City Hall, Armenian Church, or After City Hall Station Exit B.
- By car: Park at the Registry of Marriages (ROM), Peranakan Museum, Grand Park City Hall, Capitol Piazza, Peninsula Excelsior Hotel, or Funan Mall.
Where to eat near the Children’s Museum Singapore
To protect the exhibits and keep the museum clean, food and drinks (except water) are not allowed in the Children’s Museum Singapore. However, Children’s Museum Singapore is only a 5-minute walk from shopping malls like Funan Mall, Peninsula Shopping Centre, and Capitol Singapore, where you will find a variety of delicious options for hungry little tummies.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Children’s Museum Singapore offers a rich and interactive experience for young minds and families alike. Located within the vibrant Marina Bay Sands area, it provides a variety of educational exhibits and activities designed to engage children in learning through play. From exploring diverse cultural celebrations to experiencing hands-on exhibits like the Play Pod and interactive games, the museum encourages curiosity and creativity in a safe and stimulating environment.
Visitors can easily access the museum via public transport, including MRT and buses, or by car/taxi to Marina Bay Sands. During renovations on Level 2, entry is complimentary, making it an ideal time to visit with the family. Don’t forget to book your time slots in advance and enjoy a memorable day of learning and fun at the Children’s Museum Singapore.
