Visit the Rotunda Library & Archive
Explore the rich artistic histories of Singapore and Southeast Asia at our reference library and archive, nestled in the historic Supreme Court Wing.
National Gallery Singapore positions Southeast Asian art within a global context while bringing international art to the region. As a collecting institution that collaborates and engages in comparative research in the region, we explore interdisciplinary connections that transcend national boundaries.
By profiling influential artists, the Gallery generates new research and perspectives on artistic practices that made an impact on global art history.
The Gallery creates thought-provoking encounters between artists and the public, focusing on in-depth research into local practices and works in the National Collection.
The Gallery is committed to diversity and inclusivity by prioritising new research into underrepresented fields and engaging with important societal issues through art.
It is not hard to see how art history’s emphasis on visual literacy and critical thinking becomes relevant to an increasingly visual world, and one which requires constant decoding and interpretation, whether in the interest of geo-politics or our commitment to building inclusive societies. More recently, History of Art is also referred to as Histories of Art to reflect the field’s rapidly globalizing and inclusive scope.
The team at the Gallery is helmed by leading researchers and scholars. The individuals listed below are recognised experts in their fields of curating, art history, and education.
Visit the Rotunda Library & Archive
Explore the rich artistic histories of Singapore and Southeast Asia at our reference library and archive, nestled in the historic Supreme Court Wing.
Free admission to all exhibitions for each cardholder and 3 guests
Private film screenings, events, and workshops
Exclusive thought leadership sharing from arts professionals