Not Mere Spectators > Exhibition Programmes

Exhibition Tours

Walk-in Guided Tours

Volunteer-led tour of Not Mere Spectators and select artworks in Gallery's collection.

• Every Sat and Sun, from 8 November onwards: 3pm
• For general public, no registration required
• Meeting Point: Exhibition Entrance, City Hall Chamber, Level 3
  
  

Bus Tours (by registration)

Guided tours with bus pick-up and drop-off at locations around the island.

• 23 Nov (Sun), 14 Dec (Sun), 27 Dec (Sat), 17 Jan (Sat), 24 Jan (Sat), 31 Jan (Sat), 7 Feb (Sat), 15 Mar (Sun): 10.30am
• Register here: https://go.gov.sg/notmsbus

Want to book a bus tour for a group of 40? Select your preferred slot and location here https://go.gov.sg/notmeregrpbus and we will get in touch with you!

Curator Tours (by registration)

Explore Not Mere Spectators through the lens of the curators.

• 15 Nov (Sat) and 17 Jan (Sat): 4.30pm
• Register here: https://go.gov.sg/notmscurator 

Family Tours (by registration)

Tailored for families with young children aged 4 to 9, learn about Singapore’s multicultural journey through storytelling and interactive activities.

• 6 Dec (Sat) and 14 Mar (Sat): 10.30am 
• Register here: https://go.gov.sg/notmsfamily

Special Programmes

Light to Night Exclusives

• Roving performers outside City Hall Chamber
• 23 Jan, 7.30pm – 8.00 pm
• 24 Jan, 7.00pm – 7.30pm
• 25 Jan, 7.00pm – 7.30pm
• 30 Jan, 7.30pm – 8.00pm
• 31 Jan, 7.00pm -7.30pm
  
  

• Project Citizens T-shirt Giveaway
• Date/Time: 23 – 25 Jan, 30 – 31 Jan / 6pm – 10pm
• First 50 visitors per night to receive a PC shirt after visiting the exhibition.
  
  
• Project Citizens Pin & Poster Giveaway 
• Date/Time: From 23 Jan onwards till 29 Mar, during exhibition opening hours  
• Complete the exhibition survey and receive either a (i) PC poster or (ii) PC pin (while stocks last).

Friendship Day Giveaway 

Tag FM on socials after visiting the exhibition and receive a crochet flower (limited quantities per day). There will be a special preview on 30 Jan, 6.00pm – 8.30pm in conjunction with a KOL tour to promote the Friendship Day giveaway too.

• 30 Jan (Fri): 6.00pm - 8.30pm
• 13 Feb (Fri): 6.00pm - 8.30pm
• 14 Feb (Sat): 1.30pm - 5.30pm

#NoStrangerDanger

Pick up a wristband and strike conversations with others wearing wristbands in the exhibition space. Exchange views and stories of multiculturalism in Singapore.

Aneka Ragam Remix: Multicultural Performances (by registration)

Participate in a multicultural mix of song and dance as we put a modern spin on Aneka Ragam Ra'ayat, the Peoples’ Cultural Concerts that ran from 1959 to 1964.

• 7 Dec (Sun), 14 Feb (Sat) and 14 Mar (Sat): 4.30pm
• Venue: Singapore Courtyard
• Register here: https://go.gov.sg/notmsperformance

Panel discussions (by registration)

Engage in thought-provoking dialogue with artists and academics as they share perspectives on multiculturalism in Singapore.

• 23 Nov (Sun) and 7 Mar (Sat): 4.30pm
• Venue: Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium, National Gallery Singapore
• Register here: https://go.gov.sg/notmspanel

On the Flipside: Conversations on Multiculturalism (by registration)

Forge deeper connections and shared understanding through open and authentic conversations on the exhibition’s content. This edition brings locals and foreigners together!

• Friday evenings: 21 Nov, 19 Dec, 6 Feb, 27 Feb and 13 Mar: 7.30pm 
• Venue: City Hall Chamber, Level 3, National Gallery Singapore
• Register here: https://go.gov.sg/notmsflipside

Keep a look out on this page for the latest programme listings!