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National Library



The National Library houses an extensive collection of literary and arts works covering a multitude of themes. In tandem with its primary objective of promoting learning, the Library makes available their exhibition/ gallery spaces to external organizations to hold exhibitions (mainly standing panel exhibits) related to their library collections and themes.

Highlights

  • From Books to Bytes: the story of the National Library
    • Level 5: Traces the evolution of the National Library from its inception in 1823, shows the value of the library and how it has create as impact in the lives of Singaporeans, past and present
  • The Singapore Literary Pioneers Gallery
    • Level 11: Commemorates the efforts and literary contributions of pioneer writers and preserves the nation’s literary heritage
  • Thematic Exhibitions
    • Level 7, 8, 9, 10: Covers a myriad of themes from history to popular culture, happening at different times of the year to add to visitors’ experiential learning

Address: 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064
Tel: (65) 6332 3255
Opening hours: Mon - Sun: 10.00am - 9.00pm
Closed at 5.00pm on eve of Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year
Closed on Public Holidays
Admission: Free
Guided tours: N.A.
How to get there: By MRT: Nearest MRT: Bugis, City Hall MRT Station

By bus:
Bus stop (North Bridge Road ): SBS 145, 197, 32, 51, 63, 7, 80 and TIBS 851.
Bus stop (Victoria St -Allson Hotel) : SBS 2, 7, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80 and TIBS NR8
Bus stop (Victoria St -Bras Basah Complex) : SBS 2, 12, 33, 130, 133, TIBS 520, 960, NR7 & NR8.
Bus stop (Victoria St -St. Joseph's Church): SBS 130, 133, 145, 197, C3, TIBS 851, 960 & NR8.
Bus stop (Middle Rd - Nam Peng Building) : SBS 56, TIBS 980

Website: http://dl.nlb.gov.sg/victoria/