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Chinese New Year Open House, 16 February 2010

Highlights

  • ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Danger’ exhibition
  • Chinese New Year Fun Quiz
  • Colours of Heritage, A Travelling Exhibition
  • Colouring Activity
  • Chinese New Year Crafts
  • Highlight Tour
  • Guzheng Musical Performance
  • Chinese Lion Dance Peformance
  • Fengshui Talk by Master Tong Noong Chin
  • More

Opening hours during Chinese New Year

Saturday, 13 February 2010      9.00am – 6.00pm
Chinese New Year eve
Normal admission applies

Sunday, 14 February 2010      9.00am – 7.00pm
Chinese New Year
Normal admission applies

Monday, 15 February 2010      1.00pm – 7.00pm
Chinese New Year
Normal admission applies

Tuesday, 16 February 2010      9.00am – 7.00pm
Chinese New Year
Free admission


Crouching Tiger, Hidden Danger

Date: 1 February – August 2010

photo of exhibition

Celebrate the Year of the Tiger at SPM with this fun and educational exhibition for children, and admire beautiful tiger stamps, including zodiac stamps from all over the world. Did you know that the striped pattern on the body of each tiger is unique? Unravel interesting facts about this magnificent creature whose number has dropped greatly in the last century. Gain an insight into the plight of tigers in our world today, and find out what you can do to save tigers from extinction.

Year of the Tiger, Singapore, 2010 Tiger Zodiac, Japan, 1998 Save the Tiger, Blangadesh, 1974
White tiger motif,  Taiwan, 1993 Year of Tiger, Vietnam, 1998 Year of the Tiger, Singapore

Edo-Kimekomi Dolls

From 12 to 15 November 2009, Singaporeans had the opportunity to view 400 rare Japanese dolls which were handmade by 200 doll masters from Traditional Edo-Kimekomi Dolls Sachiei-Kai, Japan. The handcrafted dolls were dressed in exquisite costumes, and depicted various Japanese festivals, folklore and traditions.

Sachiei-Kai has generously donated 104 dolls to SPM. The dolls depict Chinese zodiac animals and Japanese during the Edo period (1603 – 1867). These traditional dolls are found in most Japanese families. They are displayed as decoration pieces in homes, especially during festivals such as Hina Matsuri (Japanese Doll Festival or Girls’ Day) and Children’s Day.

The donated dolls will be on display at SPM until 31 January 2010.


Colours of Heritage, A Travelling Exhibition
tour bus

Colours of Heritage, A Travelling Exhibition is brought to you by the Ministry of Information, Communication and the Arts (MICA) and National Heritage Board (NHB).

This novel museum on wheels showcases an exciting offering of traditional games, food preparation techniques and ethnic fabrics. Travelling to schools, kindergartens, HDB heartlands, regional libraries, and community clubs, this unique bus loaded with historical goodies in the form of educational panels, eye-catching props and interactive multimedia displays will have something for everyone to enjoy! More


National Stamp Collecting Competition 2009

This year, about 500 primary and secondary school, and junior college students took part in this year's National Stamp Collecting Competition.
The winning stamp exhibits were exhibited at the National Library from 28 to 30 August 2009.
Professor Cheah Jin Seng, Director on SPM's board was the guest of honour at the prize presentation ceremony that was held on 29 August 2009.
Our special thanks to all sponsors, supporters and participants.



NSCC 2009 top awards
Association of Singapore Philatelists Challenge Shield (Secondary School Champion) - Nan Chiau High School
Singapore Post Challenge Shield (Primary School Champion) - Xinghua Pirmary School

Click on the links for results! (GOLD AWARD- SILVER AWARD-BRONZE AWARD)


At the Post Office – with Max and Phily – new children's gallery

Kids, come have fun at the ‘post office’! Weigh your letters and find out the postage rates. Learn about the postman and postal workers, how the post started, and see different types of mail boxes from around the world!

Special activities at this gallery have been organised for school children. Teachers can contact the museum to find out more details about the activities.

Lily
Tel: 6513 7347 / 6337 3888
Email: Lily_Samuel@nhb.gov.sg

  • Meet Mr Postman (K1 & K2)
    Help Mr Postman collect the mail, cancel stamps, sort and deliver the mail.
  • My Fancy Postcard (K2)
    Learn how to write the address and message. Buy a stamp and post your postcard!
  • Communication & Me (P1 & P2)
    Learn about past and present means of communication. Have fun communicating a message to your friends in unusual ways.
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Buy stamps to post your letter Guess which country the stamp is from

stamp 1 stamp 2 stamp 3
See beautiful stamps from around the world that depict postal transport, postal uniforms and posting boxes

Current Exhibitions at SPM
Changing Exhibitions : Crouching Tiger, Hidden Danger
At the Post Office – with Max and Phily
Bayanihan: Spirit of the Philippines
Permanent Galleries : 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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