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| NATIONAL STAMP COLLECTING COMPETITION 2008 |
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5 & 6 September 2008, 10am - 8pm
7 September 2008, 10am - 6pm
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The Plaza (Ground Floor), National Library,
100 Victoria Street
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Discover stories of Flora & Fauna, Festivals, Olympics, Politics, Tourist Destinations and more! Over 300 primary, secondary and tertiary students have creatively put together their stamp collections in this year’s National Stamp Collecting Competition. Organised by the Singapore Philatelic Museum.
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For more information, contact Singapore Philatelic Museum at Tel: 6337-3888.
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Click here to see more » |
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| “Beijing Olympic Games” stamp display |
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 From 5 August to 31 October 2008, see a collection of Olympic stamps issued by China that depict 2008 Beijing Olympic mascots and Olympic venues, the Olympic torch and emblem, and stamp and coin memorabilia for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
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11 July - 31 August 2008
Postage stamps feature the significant events, history, heritage, cultures and people of a country. At this stamp display, view stamps of Singapore that feature people who have made a difference, including pioneers, NSmen, the police force and nurses. Then read heartfelt letters written by school students, about their ‘heroes’.
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| Dragons, Treasures and Masterpieces |
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30 July 2008 to January 2009
Take an exciting journey through the rich cultural heritage
of China illustrated on stamps. Rare collections on display include the first official postage stamp of China from the
Qing Dynasty (1878 - 1911), and award-winning philatelic materials on the Cultural Revolution (1966 - 1976) from local philatelist Mr Charles Loong. View the museum's collection of contemporary stamps documenting UNESCO World Heritage Sites and various aspects of Chinese cultural heritage such
as classical literature, paintings and calligraphy, historical
relics and Beijing opera.
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| Discover Vietnam at Singapore Philatelic Museum |
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Journey through the Land of Lotus
Now till 23 November 2008
Experience Vietnam's unique history and culture through an engaging showcase of Vietnamese stamps and philatelic items at the Singapore Philatelic Museum! Unravel interesting stories of the country's heritage through stamps and admire Vietnamese traditional outfits, including the Ao Dai, a display of water puppets, as well as miniature dolls representing the large number of minority groups in Vietnam.
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| Singapore Philatelic Museum opens A Rat’s Tale exhibition |
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A Rat’s Tale
Now till Dec 2008
 Find out why the rat leads the pack in the Chinese
zodiac, and the traits of those born under this zodiac
sign. Admire beautiful rat-themed stamps, including
zodiac stamps from around the world. Gain interesting insights into the lives of these commonly misunderstood creatures and discover how rats have made their way
into history, literature, and even pop culture!
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Students from Si Ling Primary School view interesting exhibits and find out about the amazing world of rats at A Rat's Tale. |
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| Current Exhibitions at SPM |
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“Beijing Olympic Games” stamp display
Ode to Our Heroes
Dragons, Treasures and Masterpieces
Journey through the Land of Lotus
A Rat's Tale
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| Permanent Galleries |
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Orange Room - Introduction to Philately
Purple Room - Stamp Design and Printing Techniques
Green Room - Famous Stamp Collectors
Room of Rarities
Heritage Room |
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