National Gallery Singapore offers free admission for inaugural opening period

The National Gallery Singapore will provide complimentary access to visitors from November 24 through December 6, 2015. This 64,000 square meter institution focuses exclusively on Singaporean and Southeast Asian art spanning from the 1800s to contemporary works. Its opening coincides with Singapore's 50th anniversary of independence. The museum occupies two historically significant structures: City Hall and the former Supreme Court, both of which have undergone extensive renovation. All permanent exhibitions will be accessible without charge during this initial period. The gallery's collection draws from Singapore's National Collection. According to The Straits Times, the museum's programming emphasizes regional artistic production.