Singapore Art Week: 19-27 January 2019
Singapore Art Week (SAW) is one of Singapore’s signature visual arts annual celebration. During the SAW, visitors can catch the dazzling installations around the Civic District or drop into the many museums, galleries and independent art spaces dotted around our island city. We’ve put together a city guide inclusive of what to see, do and eat around the little red dot during the Singapore Art Week. Don’t be surprised, these places are all well loved by local and tourist alike!
What to See, Do & Eat at Singapore Art Week
Civic District & Marina Bay
Whether you are a newbie or a seasoned art lover, tons of discoveries await you at the Civic District & Marina Bay. Start your day with a walking tour curated by Culture Curious Singapore. This ticketed tour includes drinks and food sampling which will gain you insights about how artists view and portray everyday scenes of early Singapore.
Walking Tour: Picturing Places of Colonial Singapore
23, 26& 27 Jan 2019, 9am-12pm, $52/pax
Sign up at: rachel@culturecurious.biz
instagram.com/culturecurioussg
After the tour, head to the ArtScience Museum to view some visually arresting Asian Contemporary Art pieces. Don’t forget to also check out artworks at the Esplanade, which is just a stroll away.
Impart Collectors’ Show Fabulous Monsters
ArtScience Museum, Expression, Curiosity and Inspiration Galleries, level4
6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
10am- 7pm, free admission.
www.artweek.sg/events/impart-collectors-show-2019-fabulous-monsters
Have an early evening cocktail at Smoke & Mirrors, a destination bar known for spectacular panoramic views of the Marina Bay and its progressive cocktail programme. Perched on the rooftop of the National Gallery Singapore, visitors may witness the magical moment when the lights and colours are illuminating the 80 years old building.
Smoke & Mirrors
#06-01 National Gallery Singapore
1 St. Andrew’s Road Singapore 178957
www.smokeandmirrors.com.sg
As the night falls, enjoy the exquisite flavours of authentic Cantonese cuisine at Yàn Restaurant located on the 5th floor of the National GallerySavour the signature crispy roast suckling pig served in 3 ways, a pure delight to the eye and palate!
Yàn
#05-02 National Gallery Singapore
1 St. Andrew’s Road Singapore 178957
www.yan.com.sg
* the signature crispy roast suckling pig requires order 1 day in advance.
Discover and experience the sensory art experience on the façades of the National Gallery, The Arts House, Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall and the Asian Civilizations Museum. These illuminated artworks at Light to Night Festival are inspired by a collection of histories across the various venues. This year’s festivals comprises 2 editions – the Art Week (18 Jan – 27 Jan) and Singapore’s Bicentennial (28 Jan – 24 Feb).
Light to Night Festival
18 Jan – 24 Feb, Free Admission.
www.lighttonight.sg
Photo credits (Top to bottom): Light to Night Festival, Culture Curious, Art Science Museum, Smoke & Mirrors, Yan, National Gallery @Stanley_Chee.
Visit here to complete the SAW itineraries:
Singapore Art Week: Bras Basah & Bugis Itinerary
Singapore Art Week: Jalan Besar & Little India Itinerary
