Singapore Discovery Centre
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 Singapore Discovery Centre in 2008 | |
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Former name | S'pore Discovery Centre |
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| Established | 23 November 1996 |
| Location | 510 Upper Jurong Road, Singapore 638365 |
| Public transit access | EW29 Joo Koon |
The Singapore Discovery Centre is an 'edutainment' and tourist attraction located in Jurong West, Singapore. The centre includes exhibits which display the history of Singapore as well as an insight on the future.
Exhibits[]
In its first phase it developed showing Singapore's recent history - living under the flags of Britain, Japan, Britain, Malaysia before becoming an independent nation. Milestones in that journey were picked out in a theatrical setting. 'Singapore Today' showed the vibrant life in late 20th century Singapore.
Other galleries include mini-theaters showing the role of tactics and planning in everyday life and showcased the Singapore Armed Forces. Indoor exhibits include 'So Singapore Theatre, Gateway, Portals, Build it, Crisis Simulation Theatre, Harmony Circle etc.[1]
Outdoor exhibits includes a playground and the a display of aircraft.
The Chief Exhibit Designer for the centre's creation is UK based Neal Potter. The centre was planned by Canadian company Lord Cultural Resources and the building was designed by mgt Architects from Australia.
Awards and recognition[]
In 2012, Singapore Discovery Centre was also awarded the Work-Life Achiever Award 2012 by Tripartite Committee on Work-Life Strategy.[2]
In 2013, Singapore Discovery Centre was awarded the Minister for Defence Award (MiDAs) and one of the ten corporate recipients to be inducted into the MiDAs League for a five-year tenure as advocates of national defence.[2]
References[]
- ^ "Exhibits & Attractions". Archived from the original on 12 April 2014.
- ^ a b "Awards & Recognition". Archived from the original on 1 May 2014.
External links[]
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- 1996 establishments in Singapore
- Jurong West
- Science museums in Singapore
- Science and technology in Singapore
- Scientific organisations based in Singapore