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[Free Drop-In] Nila’s Shimmering Shores – An Immersive Installation with Craft Activity
Date: 22, 23, 29, 30 Aug and 5, 6 Sep 2025
Time: Various Timings (depending on the locations)
This Singapore Night Festival, embark on an Island Nights adventure across the Children’s Zone - spanning Children’s Museum Singapore, the National Archives Building, and Fort Canning Rise. Discover the legend of Sang Nila Utama through free, family-friendly experiences! Wander through a glowing installation, get creative with hands-on crafts, and enjoy pop-up storytelling sessions - all inspired by jungle, island, and sea. Perfect for curious kids and playful grown-ups alike - come explore, imagine, and dream under the night sky.
Duration: N.A.
Date: 22, 23, 29, 30 Aug and 5, 6 Sep 2025
Time:
- Installation at Fort Canning Rise: 7pm – 10pm
- Installation at Lewin Terrace: 8.30pm – 10pm (last admission at 9.40pm)
- Craft Activity at Children's Museum Singapore Carpark: 7.45pm – 9.45pm (last admission at 9.30pm)
- Pop-up performance @ National Archives Building: 8.30pm – 8.45pm
Venue: Various
- Installation (outdoor): Fort Canning Rise
- Installation (indoor): Lewin Terrace
- Craft: Children's Museum Singapore Carpark
- Pop-up performance: National Archives Building, Exterior Stairway, Level 2
Recommended Age: 4 years and above
Activity Fee: Free
For further enquiries, please email cmsg_prg@heritage.sg
Terms & Conditions:
- This is a free, drop-in programme; no registration or tickets are required.
- Activities are available at designated times and locations. Admission may be limited during peak periods.
- Last admission timings apply to selected zones - please refer to the schedule for details.
- All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Programme is suitable for children aged 4 and above.
- Programme venues include outdoor and indoor spaces around Children’s Museum Singapore, Lewin Terrace, Fort Canning Rise, and the National Archives Building.
- Programme details are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
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