About Singapore Discovery Centre
Singapore Discovery Centre is a defence and history-focused museum and edutainment centre at 510 Upper Jurong Road in Jurong West, Singapore. Opened in 1996 and revamped and reopened in October 2020, it is operated by Defence Collective Singapore under the Ministry of Defence. It presents Singapore's past, present and future through immersive galleries, interactive exhibits and theatre shows focused on national history, defence and nation-building.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an indoor museum experience with immersive galleries, interactive multimedia exhibits, theatre shows and hands-on installations spread across two main galleries. The centre features air-conditioned exhibition halls, a lakefront location near SAFTI Military Institute, themed zones covering Singapore history and future challenges, a sandbox and interactive stations, plus a gift shop and food outlets. Guided tours and educational programmes are available.
Key highlights
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Through the Lens of Time immersive gallery on Singapore's history
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Sandbox gallery exploring future challenges and opportunities for Singapore
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Crossroads theatre show and interactive multimedia experiences
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Outdoor lakefront and parade square area
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Defence and nation-building exhibits with hands-on installations
History of Singapore Discovery Centre
Opened on 23 November 1996 as a national institution to tell the Singapore Story, built by the Ministry of Defence. It underwent a major redevelopment from 2018 and reopened on 31 October 2020 with redesigned galleries focusing on Singapore's history, defence and future.
Culture & Context
Functions as a national education centre presenting Singapore's multicultural heritage, nation-building journey and defence awareness through interactive storytelling for students, families and visitors.
Route
| By air | Accessible from Singapore Changi Airport via MRT and road transfer |
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