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On 12 September 1945, a historic ceremony happened at the Municipal Building of Singapore. There, General Itagaki Seishi...
12/09/2026

On 12 September 1945, a historic ceremony happened at the Municipal Building of Singapore. There, General Itagaki Seishiro signed the surrender documents on behalf of the Japanese forces, and it was accepted by Admiral Lord Louis Mountbatten, Supreme Allied Commander for Southeast Asia, marking the end of the Japanese Occupation in Southeast Asia.

For Singapore, this signified the official end of three years and eight months of hardship and adversity, during which its people found ways to endure, adapt, and in some cases, resist.

Find out more about these stories of resilience and courage at the Former Ford Factory or uncover more personal recollections through oral history interviews on Archives Online: https://go.gov.sg/archives-fb

For many Singaporeans, getting a driving licence is a milestone. Generations of Singaporeans have stepped into Bukit Bat...
10/09/2026

For many Singaporeans, getting a driving licence is a milestone. Generations of Singaporeans have stepped into Bukit Batok Driving Centre as learners and exited as proud drivers. These photos from the 1990s capture scenes of learner drivers at the Bukit Batok Driving Centre.

Did you learn to drive at Bukit Batok Driving Centre? Contribute to Bukit Batok Memories today! https://go.gov.sg/bbmemories

📸 Photos contributed by Bukit Batok Driving Centre

Do you remember when Bukit Batok MRT station first opened? Taken in July 1990, just a few months after the station offic...
28/08/2026

Do you remember when Bukit Batok MRT station first opened? Taken in July 1990, just a few months after the station officially opened to the public in March, this photograph captures two beginnings: a young life, and a new chapter in Singapore’s transport story.

Were you among the earliest passengers at Bukit Batok MRT station? Contribute to Bukit Batok Memories today! https://go.gov.sg/bbmemories

📸 Photo contributed by Lois Yeo for Bukit Batok Memories

1966. One year after Singapore’s separation from Malaysia. That year, National Day was marked with week-long festivities...
27/08/2026

1966. One year after Singapore’s separation from Malaysia.

That year, National Day was marked with week-long festivities across the island, from parades and fireworks to dinner parties at community centres. Neighbours gathered for cultural shows and music performances, making National Day a shared celebration at the grassroots level.

🇸🇬 What are your memories of celebrating National Day in your neighbourhood?

Happy National Day, Singapore! 🇸🇬Together, we celebrate how far we have come as a nation and the many stories that make ...
09/08/2026

Happy National Day, Singapore! 🇸🇬

Together, we celebrate how far we have come as a nation and the many stories that make Singapore home. ❤️

Originally written as a daily pledge for students in newly independent Singapore, the National Pledge has since become f...
03/08/2026

Originally written as a daily pledge for students in newly independent Singapore, the National Pledge has since become familiar to generations of Singaporeans, recited in schools, at national events and on significant occasions.

Look back on the origins and evolution of our National Pledge through archival recordings and images in this curated page by the National Archives of Singapore: https://go.gov.sg/pledge60-fb

03/08/2026

Our libraries and archives will be closed on National Day, 9 August 2026, Sunday.

Do continue to check out our eBooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers via the NLB Mobile app!

In the years after World War II, mobile rationing units travelled through neighbourhoods distributing essentials like ri...
07/07/2026

In the years after World War II, mobile rationing units travelled through neighbourhoods distributing essentials like rice and basic goods, helping to ensure families without easy access to markets were not left out during a time of severe shortages.

This lesser-known system reflected the challenges of the post-war years while highlighting early efforts to manage scarce resources fairly — shaping the foundations of organised distribution and social stability in Singapore.

Before digital slides, there were handwritten transparencies, adjusted live and projected onto a screen while you faced ...
03/07/2026

Before digital slides, there were handwritten transparencies, adjusted live and projected onto a screen while you faced your audience.

The overhead projector (OHP) was one of the most popular teaching tools in Singapore during the 1990s. Teachers would them not just for lessons, but for tracing drawings, viewing slides, and even creating shadows during school plays.

When did you last see an overhead projector being used? 📐🏫🖊️

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