Places Tours & Trails

Guided Tour at the Heritage Conservation Centre

by Heritage Conservation Centre (HCC)
7, 14, 21 May • 02:00pm

The Heritage Conservation Centre Tour offers a 2-hour behind-the-scenes look at heritage conservation and showcases treasures from Singapore's National Collection.

Guided Tour at the Heritage Conservation Centre

Programme Details
Date: Wed, 7 May, 14 May, 21 May
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Meeting Point: Lakeside MRT Pick-up Point

Please be at the meeting point at 1.30pm for registration. Bus departs promptly at 1.45pm.

The National Collection holds objects and artworks that reflect Singapore's shared heritage, connecting past, present, and future generations. These treasures are carefully preserved at the Heritage Conservation Centre (HCC), a high-security facility on Jurong Port Road.

On a walking tour, visitors can explore this restricted space, interacting with experts who explain the conservation processes behind the collection. The tour showcases a range of historic artifacts and contemporary artworks that highlight Singapore’s cultural history.

This experience underscores the importance of preserving these valuable items for future generations while emphasizing HCC’s role in making the National Collection more accessible to the public.

Please be advised that this is a ticketed guided tour, and only those with pre-purchased tickets will be allowed to participate. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

 
Heritage Conservation Centre (HCC)

The Heritage Conservation Centre is the centralised repository and conservation facility for the management and preservation of Singapore’s National Collection.

HCC supports the exhibitions and manages the collections of all 9 National Heritage Board museums as well as National Gallery Singapore & Singapore Art Museum.

Website: Heritage Conservation Centre: Caring for the National Collection (roots.gov.sg)
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