Till 14 Jun 2009

This exhibition showcases treasures from The Palace Museum, Beijing and offers visitors a rare glimpse into the Forbidden City - right here in Singapore.

8Q sam aspires to engage a broad and diverse audience, create a sense of community and be a place for contemplation, stimulation, and discussion about contemporary art and culture, and serves as a forum especially for the students. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the diversity of contemporary art practices ranging from painting and sculpture, to installation, film & video, photography, new media, performance art and sound art.

Highlights: 8Q sam takes on a contemporary outlook that is differentiated from the museum’s historical art programmes. Showcases a diversity of contemporary art practices ranging from painting and sculpture, to installation, film & video, photography, new media, performance art and sound art. Features a dedicated children’s space, Children’s Gallery, which presents artworks dedicated to children’s learning and education. Address: No. 8 Queen Street Singapore 188535 Tel: (65) 6332 3200 Opening hours: Monday to Sunday: 10am to 7pm (extended hours on Friday, till 9pm) Admission: 8Q sam 8Q sam & SAM (joint ticket) Adult: $ 3.00 $ 10.00 Student (with valid student card): $ 1.50 $ 5.00 Senior Citizen (above 60 years): $ 1.50 $ 5.00 Guided Tours: Tuesdays: 3.15pm (English) Thursdays: 12.15pm (English) How to get there: By Bus SBS:7,14,16,36,97,124,131,162,174 SMRT Tibs: 77,167,171,190,700,700A,857 By MRT 8Q sam is a 10-minute walk from City Hall MRT station Website: http://www.singart.com/8qsam

Till 26 Jul 2009

This exhibition at 8Q SAM brings ‘home’ recent works by Singaporean artists whose art practices are largely or partially based abroad, and who have exhibited frequently at overseas platforms.