An integral part of the culture of Singapore, NUS Museums is a jewel of artworks and cultural artifacts, housed in the complex of National University of Singapore.
Established in 1997, NUS Museums is located in the picturesque Kent Ridge campus, one of the most bustling areas in the university. Ng Eng Teng Gallery, Lee Kong Chian Art Museum and the South and Southeast Asian Gallery are the three major galleries that combine to form NUS Museums of Singapore.
NUS Museums, Singapore is a veritable treasure house, containing Asian art pieces in profusion. The history, evolution and culture of China are depicted in an exhaustive collection of paintings, ceramics and calligraphy. Also available here are exquisite collections of works by some of Southeast Asia's best artistes.
In the year 2004, NUS Museums came under the purview of the NUS Center for the Arts. This art agency religiously promotes and exhibits arts of Singapore to the world.
One of the major Singapore attractions, NUS Museums strives at creating awareness about Asia's social history and art. Education through interactive workshops and seminars is one of the main objectives of this museum.
Students and aficionados of art make sure to visit NUS Museums during their Singapore travel. Even if you are not an art lover, you'll love to visit this place driven by the allure of artistic creation.
NUS Museums is open between 10 am and 5 pm on all days of the week, except Sundays.
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