About ArtScience Museum
ArtScience Museum is an iconic museum at Marina Bay Sands in the Bayfront subzone of Downtown Core, Singapore. Housed in a distinctive lotus-inspired building designed by architect Moshe Safdie, it opened in 2011. The museum explores the intersection of art, science, culture and technology through permanent and touring exhibitions, including the interactive Future World collaboration with teamLab. It is notable for its architecture, waterfront location and immersive, family-friendly displays.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a lotus-shaped building with 21 galleries over three storeys on the Marina Bay waterfront. Inside are rotating international touring exhibitions and the permanent Future World: Where Art Meets Science exhibition with interactive digital installations, light projections and immersive environments. The museum offers gallery viewing, multimedia displays, educational programmes and photography opportunities with views of Marina Bay Sands, the waterfront promenade and the city skyline.
Key highlights
- 01
Iconic lotus-inspired architecture designed by Moshe Safdie with 10 petal-like extensions
- 02
Future World: Where Art Meets Science permanent exhibition in collaboration with teamLab
- 03
Rotating international exhibitions covering art, science, technology and culture
- 04
Waterfront location at Marina Bay Sands with views of Marina Bay
- 05
Immersive and interactive digital installations suitable for families
- 06
21 gallery spaces hosting large-scale touring exhibitions
History of ArtScience Museum
Opened on 17 February 2011 as part of the Marina Bay Sands integrated resort. Designed by architect Moshe Safdie, the building's lotus form features 10 petals and a central oculus that collects rainwater. It was conceived to explore the intersection of art, science, culture and technology and has hosted major international touring exhibitions since its opening.
Culture & Context
Serves as a cultural institution presenting the convergence of art, science and technology through collaborations with international museums, artists and scientific institutions. Known for hosting exhibitions on topics ranging from contemporary art and design to science and innovation, and for its permanent Future World exhibition developed with teamLab.