A vibrant and dynamic space, the Keppel Centre for Art Education invites young learners to be inspired by the art of Singapore and Southeast Asia.
- Where: Level 1, City Hall Wing
About Keppel Centre
A 21st-century centre for education within an art gallery, the Keppel Centre for Art Education aims to foster a lifelong love for art in children.
Reopened in December 2023, our newly renovated space is inspired by the theme, Art & Wonder. Designed for children aged 4 to 12, it offers an inspiring, fun, and nurturing environment with multiple educational zones where families and children can experience the world of art through play and creative activities.
The Centre, originally opened in 2015, was the first dedicated art education facility of its kind in Singapore and the region, with spaces and programmes developed specially to help children develop curiosity through multisensory active learning and creative play.
Art education plays a vital role in preparing our young for a future where critical and creative thinking are essential skills. By introducing children to art at an early age, we nurture a lifelong love of learning.
Keppel Centre for Art Education won the prestigious Children in Museums Award in 2018.
This award, established in 2011 by the European Museum Academy and Hands On! International Association of Children in Museums, recognises excellence in international children’s museums.
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessibility: The Centre is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access to all the activity areas.
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Accessible toilets: The accessible restroom in the Centre is located near the Book Nook, which is next to the Centre’s exit.
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Stroller parking: There is a dedicated space to park strollers at the entrance, within the Centre, opposite the Expansion Room.
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Lighting: The Gallery is generally well lit, except for A Brush with Forest Fire and Illuminate! which have dimmer lighting.
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Sensory stimuli: Illuminate! has ambient sounds and installations with audio feedback. If you are sensitive to light and sounds, please be mindful.
Explore our activity areas & learning studios
A Brush with Forest Fire
Embark on a fantastical and immersive through this forest-scape inspired by Raden Saleh’s Boschbrand (Forest Fire). You’ll learn about the elements of art as you wander through the space with a brush.
Illuminate!
Explore abstract art and experiment with colours, shapes, light, and shadow. Illuminate! draws inspiration from the Gallery’s artworks and brings art to life in new perspectives.
Makers Studio
Create your own 3D works and take inspiration from artworks in our National Collection. Go wild with different materials, techniques, and tools—and have fun.
Portrait Gallery
Explore the full range of your emotions by creating your own portrait. Portraits convey emotions, tell stories, and give us a peek into the lives of the people they depict.
Calm Pod
At the Calm Pod, visitors can rest if they feel over-stimulated or overwhelmed by their environment. In this soothing and safe space, visitors can take the time to calm down, regulate their feelings and renew their focus.
Book Nook
The Book Nook is a space for visitors to bond over books, but also to rest, recharge, and refuel in between play.
Expression Workshop
From daily drop-in activities to workshops, you are invited to explore, create, and play together. Pick up a paintbrush or mould some clay in this space—anything is possible.
Calm Pod
At the Calm Pod, visitors can rest if they feel over-stimulated or overwhelmed by their environment. In this soothing and safe space, visitors can take the time to calm down, regulate their feelings and renew their focus.
Ongoing activities
Embark on a fun journey where artworks are brought to ‘life’ through drama and storytelling.
Experiment with different mediums and create art inspired by artworks in the Gallery.
Engage your toddlers in sensory play inspired by different artworks each month.
