Eugene Tan Named CEO of National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art Museum

Eugene Tan will become CEO of both National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art Museum on April 1, succeeding Chong Siak Ching who is retiring after holding the position since 2013. Tan currently serves as Director of both institutions, roles he will maintain alongside his new leadership responsibilities. He also assumes Chong's position as head of Singapore's Visual Arts Cluster, which includes STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery alongside the two museums. In a statement, Tan expressed enthusiasm about leading the institutions forward, citing his eleven-year involvement with National Gallery Singapore and five years with Singapore Art Museum. He aims to build on existing achievements through engaging public programs and exhibitions while increasing global recognition for artists from Singapore and Southeast Asia. The appointment marks a significant leadership transition for Singapore's major visual arts institutions.