Free Entry to Museums During Chinese New Year!

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Chinese New Year usually heralds in many wonderful things, of which include mouth-watering New Year goodies and of course, the mandatory ang paos. Of course, it comes with one having to fulfill his or her role and responsibility as a filial son or daughter, leading to the seemingly endless string of relatives berating you on the importance of getting married. So yes, Chinese New Year would, year after year, always constitute the same comfortable dynamics which we have come to know and love.

This year, National Heritage Board is looking to enhance this experience of yours by opening its museums for free on the 27th of January. Do take this opportunity to indulge in the cultural and historical entities which are on display. These are but a glimpse of what the museums have to offer.

Neither East Nor West: Asians in Monochrome
Asian Civilisations Museum
Till 1 Feb 09

Step into the world of fashionable luxury of the late 19th to early 20th century with portraits from the Lafayette collection. Highlights include portraits of important Asian dignitaries such as Thailand’s King Chulalongkorn, as well as Europeans who were key to the development of Asia. These treasured portraits reflect the close camaraderie between two very distinct cultures despite underlying differences in race, religion and geography.

Is It Tomorrow Yet Highlights From The Daimler Art Collection (1926-2006)
Singapore Art Museum
Till 1 Mar 09

is it tomorrow yet? presents highlights from the stunning Daimler Art Collection spanning more than a century of art. This blockbuster exhibition showcases works drawn from key modernist art movements in Europe to contemporary art developments of today. It includes works by famous artists like Josef Albers, Nam June Paik and Andy Warhol. Car enthusiasts will also enjoy a special segment featuring car-related art from Warhol and other artists.

Transcendence: Modernity and Beyond in Korean Art
Singapore Art Museum
Till 15 Mar 09

Held in conjunction with Korea Festival 2008 in Singapore, Transcendence: Modernity and Beyond in Korean Art features over 40 works by 30 artists and examines the development of Korean contemporary art over the last five decades. Embracing both the modern and traditional, Korean contemporary art transcends time-honoured traditions whilst staying true to the spirit of Korean art.

APAD: Tradition, Innovation and Continuity
Singapore Art Museum
Till 5 Apr 09

Witness the evolution of Angkatan Pelukis Aneka Daya (APAD), one of Singapore’s most established art associations. Tracing the relationship between tradition and innovation, APAD: Tradition, Innovation and Continuity brings together works of past and present APAD members in celebration of the association’s 46th anniversity.

This exhibition showcases the works of established artists like A Ghani Hamid, Iskandar Jalil and S Mohdir, as well as young promising artists such as Amin Yasin, Harman Hussin and Rofizano Zaino. It examines the roles of older artists in the development of Singaporean art, and how their works inspire the young.

Comics and Superheroes
Singapore Philatelic Museum
Till Sep 09

Enter the world of make-believe where cavemen Alley Oop meets Boy Scout hero Tintin, and superheroes defeat evil with their extraordinary powers. Learn about the introduction of caricature in the mid 1600s and the development of this illustrious style of expression over the years. Unknown to many, these graphic sketches were also used as a tool to ridicule the royalty and aristocracy, as well as man’s follies! They eventually evolved into the comic strips and books we know so well today, and have even progressed from print to screen.

Serenity in Stone: The Qingzhou Discovery
Peranakan Museum
Till 4 Apr 09

Don’t miss the opportunity to view one of the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century - a cache containing 400 ancient Chinese Buddhist sculptures unearthed in 1996 in Qingzhou, China. This was the very site where the majestic Longxing Temple once stood.

Travelling from the Art Gallery of New South Wales to South-east Asia for the first time, these ancient Chinese Buddhist sculptures – with the tallest towering at 3.1 mertres – are certainly a sight to behold.

Come-in
Interior Design as a Contemporary Art Medium in Germany
National Museum of Singapore
Till 12 Apr 09

What differentiates art from design? Developed in Stuttgart, Germany, Come-in shows how renowned artists approach the designing of furniture, textiles, ceramics and interior architecture from a contemporary art perspective. Learn how their ideas and inspirations are interpreted through drawings, installations, sculptures, models, photographs and video. Be inspired by the works of contributing artists as they push the envelope of contemporary art and design.

A Cow and Bull Story
Singapore Philatelic Museum
Till Aug 09

Usher in the Year of the Ox at the Singapore Philatelic Museum! Find out why the ox emerged second in the Chinese zodiac, and learn about the traits of those born under this zodiac sign. Uncover interesting facts about the ox such as its massive strength and importance to the survival of mankind since ancient times.

Fantastic Creatures!
Asian Civilisations Museum
Till 12 Jul 09

Enter the world of the mythical animals and fantastic creatures from across Asia! Curated specially for kids, this exhibition introduces young visitors to the weird and wonderful creatures from the Asian Civilisations Museum’s collection. From mythical monsters to exotic creatures such sa the Makara – a crocodile, elephant, fish and goat all rolled into one, these fantastic animals never fail to entice and amaze. Check out the most ancient artifact in the exhibition – a Chinese winged dragon that is more than 2000 years old!

From Superman to strange animals, the museums seem to have every subject matter covered. So if you are looking for a free, no frills place to spend your Tuesday afternoon, do head down to the museums.

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