snf:category/experiential-programmes / Islands of Memory and Myth

Islands of Memory and Myth

In this curated display, chart a course through Singapore's offshore islands and uncover the rich tapestry of folklore and history woven into each destination. Explore community oral traditions alongside authentic historical records from the National Archives of Singapore, listen to archival soundscapes of Singapore's shores, and put your knowledge to the test with a treasure hunt puzzle inspired by these island narratives.

Your journey doesn't end there. Share your own memories of Singapore's islands and become part of a living community archive that grows with every contribution!

1787270400000 – 1788566400000

10am - 9pm

(till 11 pm on Fridays & Saturdays)

free

National Library Board

Atrium, Level 3, National Archives of Singapore

About National Library Board

The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through its network of 28 libraries, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore. NLB also forges strategic partnerships that encourage awareness, appreciation and greater discovery of Singapore's history through its rich collections in Singapore and the region. NLB achieves excellence through innovation, focusing on citizen engagement and cocreation, resource and digital innovation. This creates learning opportunities, greater access to library resources, services, and archival collections, as well as a continual development of innovative library spaces. Established on 1 September 1995 as a statutory board, NLB is under the Ministry of Digital Development and Information.