National Gallery Singapore

18/06/2026

History remembers Yang Guifei in many ways.

Inspired by the classic Peking opera "The Drunken Concubine", this ink painting reimagines famed historical figure Yang Guifei as a sad, spurned lover. After being stood up by Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty, Yang drowns her sorrows in alcohol. While she's often remembered in history as a femme fatale, artist Ding Yanyong's interpretation offers a different perspective. Not a seductress, but a heartbroken woman nursing her disappointment.

🎟️ On display at “Passion is Volcanic: Desire in Southeast Asian Art” (R18)
🤍 Ding Yanyong. "Drunken Gui Fei and the King". 1977. Chinese ink and colour on paper, 69.1 × 45.4 cm. Collection of National Gallery Singapore.

16/06/2026

A painter, activist, teacher, and champion of the arts, Tchang Ju Chi did it all 🎨

This is your last week to catch the "Tchang Ju Chi: Tireless Camel" exhibition, which brings together rare archival materials and artworks that offer a fresh look at one of the driving forces behind Singapore's early art scene. Many of these works haven’t been seen publicly since 1966, making this a rare opportunity to discover the life and legacy of a remarkable artist 😲

📅 Closing on 21 June
📍 City Hall Wing, Level 2, DBS Singapore Gallery

14/06/2026

Lots of talk about flowers in the news lately, and we thought it'll be a great time to share some beautiful floral artworks by some revered local artists.

Tell us what your favourite flowers are, and we'll share more pieces featuring them! 💐🌻🌹🌸🌺

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💐 Liu Kang. "At the Flower Market". 103 x 210 cm. 1966. Oil on canvas. Gift of the artist’s family. Collection of National Gallery Singapore.
🌺 Georgette Chen. "Purple Orchids (Vanda and Dendrobrium)". c. 1963–1965. Oil on canvas. 33 x 46 cm. Gift of the artist's estate. Collection of National Gallery Singapore.
🌻 Lim Hak Tai. "Still Life - Flowers". 1938. Oil on board. 40.5 x 30.5 cm. Collection of National Gallery Singapore
🌹 Ling Yang Chang. "The Girl Whom Loves Flowers". Undated. Ink on paper. 85 x 70 cm. Gift of the artist. Collection of National Gallery Singapore.

13/06/2026

As someone who loves sketching, I've spent countless afternoons drawing around Singapore. Drawing has a way of changing how we experience a place. It slows us down, helps us notice details, and encourages us to spend time looking. And if you've ever sketched outdoors here, you'll know that half the challenge is finding a place to sit before you're completely drenched in sweat 😰

That's one reason why the Gallery has always been one of my favourite places to sketch. It's a cool and comfortable space, and one that's incredibly rich in architecture, history, and art. Every corner offers something different to observe and draw.

That idea inspired "Sketch Chapter" ✨

Created together with the team at the Gallery, "Sketch Chapter" is a programme for anyone who enjoys drawing, observing, and connecting with art. Whether you're an experienced sketcher or picking up a pencil for the first time, you're welcome here.

Free drop-in sessions: https://www.nationalgallery.sg/sg/en/workshops/Gallery-Sketch-Chapter/Gallery-Sketch-Chapter-Collective.html ✏️

Guided sessions: https://www.nationalgallery.sg/sg/en/workshops/Gallery-Sketch-Chapter/Gallery-Sketch-Chapter-First-Marks.html ✏️

Our first one starts 27 June at 4pm. We'll be hosting sessions throughout the year, so come as you are.

11/06/2026

Slow down and take a closer look. What do you see? 😌

In a world of quick scrolls, this is your reminder to pause as you explore “He Xiangning: Ink & Intent”. Pick up our Slow Art Guide as you walk through the exhibition and try some activities that encourage you to look a little longer at art.

🌿 He Xiangning. The Tall Pine Stands at the Sea’s Edge. 1960. Ink and colour on paper, 135 × 140 cm. Collection of He Xiangning Art Museum.

📍 City Hall Wing, Level 4, Wu Guanzhong Gallery

08/06/2026

As we reach the halfway mark of the year, we're excited to announce a new cycle of "Resonates With Residency".

Our residency programme returns with a refreshed format and a new lineup of artists, this time with pianist Nabillah Jalal and dancer Leo Yee. Making their first presentations at the Gallery, join the artists in an intimate Open Studio experience where they will showcase raw work-in-progress performances.

As Leo explores movement within artworks through street and contemporary dance, and Nabillah presents a roving musical experience where visual art, live music and collective reflection come together, take a first look at their creative journeys which will culminate in a final performance at our highly anticipated yearly festival "Light to Night Singapore" in January 2027.

Happening all through the weekend: https://www.nationalgallery.sg/sg/en/about/our-initiatives-and-collaborations/resonates-with-residency.html 🏛️

📍Level 2, DBS Singapore Galleries

🕺 Sat, 13 June, 2:30pm | "The Forces Between" by Leo Yee
🎹 Sun, 14 June, 2:30pm | "Resonance with: What We Have To Offer" by Nabillah Jalal

07/06/2026

"Taking photos is not allowed at the exhibition, effectively taking the show out of the social media sphere where the right photos can tell not only a thousand words but also draw thousands. “People are almost experiencing art online, but with this show, you’re going to have to experience it here,” said Kathleen Ditzig, co-curator of the show."

The conversation around "Passion is Volcanic: Desire in Southeast Asian Art" keeps growing, and we're so glad it's reaching further shores 🌋

Thank you for the lovely feature by The Korea Herald 코리아헤럴드 , unpacking what makes this exhibition unlike anything we've done before.

Read the full article here: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10761793

SINGAPORE — The entrance to the exhibition tucked away on Level 4 of the sprawling National Gallery Singapore is closed, its doors covered in what appears to be

06/06/2026

We welcome Milli: Sky Dining & Bar and Milli: Lounge to the Gallery family ✨🌇
Perched at the Gallery’s rooftop, with panoramic views of the city skyline, Milli is one more reason for you to drop by and spend time here. Adding to the many ways you can experience the Gallery from day to night.

Drawing inspiration from the flavours, sounds and experiences that generations of Singaporeans know and love, Milli offers a fresh take on the familiar. Just as the Gallery invites visitors to discover Singapore and Southeast Asia through art, Milli offers another way to experience the people, memories and influences that shape who we are today through food, music, and ambience!

Together with our growing mix of F&B offerings, we hope these spaces make the Gallery feel more welcoming and part of your everyday life.

📍 Milli: Lounge | Milli: Sky Dining & Bar
🏛️ City Hall Wing, Level 5 & 6
🕗 Sun–Tue: 11am – 1am | Wed–Fri: 11am – 3am | Sat & Eve of PH: 11am – 4am

05/06/2026

Quiet, contemplative days make for gentle vignettes of Gallery life. Lingering visitors, playful encounters with art and light shifting across spaces, what do you find yourself most drawn to when you visit?

Come through for more, any day from 10am to 7pm: https://www.nationalgallery.sg/ 🏛️

03/06/2026

We mourn the passing of Khoo Sui Hoe, an artist whose contributions helped shape the development of art in Singapore and Malaysia. Born in Kedah, Malaysia, Khoo studied at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts before furthering his training in printmaking in New York with the support of a John D. Rockefeller lll Fund Grant.

In 1971, he helped establish Alpha Gallery, an artist-run space that played an important role in fostering artistic discourse and presenting both local and international artists in Singapore. In 1976, he founded the group Utara in Penang, consisting of artists from the northern regions of Peninsular Malaysia, and fostering a spirit of artistic exchange.

In 1965, Khoo completed Children of the Sun, a large-scale painting commissioned for the Singapore Conference Hall. He became widely recognised for his lyrical and dreamlike visual language, using fluid forms and surreal imagery to evoke imaginary worlds and psychological atmospheres. Children of the Sun, along with Untitled (Two Figures) (1960) and Sunbathing on Quilts (1977), are currently on view in our long-term exhibition "Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art". These works are an important part of our National Collection.

We extend our deepest condolences to Khoo Sui Hoe’s family, friends, and the many artists, collectors, and communities whose lives he touched through his art and generosity.

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Image caption (left): Khoo Sui Hoe. Children of the Sun. 1965. Oil on canvas. Collection of National Gallery Singapore. This acquisition was made possible with donations from an individual in honour of the memory of June Tan Poh Hah, Daniel & Soo Khim Teo, Heritage Research Sdn. Bhd., Penang and the Art Adoption and Acquisition Programme of National Gallery Singapore. Exhibition view, Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art.

Image caption (right): Khoo Sui Hoe. Sunbathing on Quilts. 1977. Oil on canvas. Collection of National Gallery Singapore. Currently on view in Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art.