Temporary Closure Notice

Dear Visitors,

Stay Home, Stay Safe and Stay Strong! Your health and safety is our top priority.

Chinatown Heritage Centre will be closed from tonight Friday 27 March 2020 until further notice. This temporary closure is in line with the latest MOH advisory on stricter safe distancing measures to prevent further spread of Covid-19.

Stay tuned to our Facebook page, Instagram for the latest updates. We will also be bringing you uplifting stories of Chinatown’s heritage, people and history.

Let's all do our part to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Take care, stay safe and see you again in Chinatown!

Keep in touch with us through our social media channels or email us at enquiry@chinatownhc.com.sg.

Welcome to Our Shophouse Museum

The Chinatown Heritage Centre is the gateway for all visitors to trace the footsteps of Singapore's early pioneers and discover the personal stories of people who made Chinatown their home.

Located within three beautifully-restored shophouses on Pagoda Street, the Chinatown Heritage Centre is the only place in Singapore that has recreated the original interiors of its shophouse tenants in the 1950s, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of Chinatown's early residents.

Sneak Peek of Living Cubicles

AWARD-WINNING MUSEUM EXPERIENCE NOT TO BE MISSED!

Truly a not-to-be-missed experience in Singapore. Absolutely fascinating! I took the guided tour with Guan (hope I spelled his name correctly).. his passion for culture and heritage is contagious and he adds a very personal touch to the already amazing museum experience. Kuddos to all involved in this heritage center.

Vanessa Workman

Really interesting centre. We came across it by chance but really glad we did. A comprehensive audio guide took you round and through the history of the Chinese community in Singapore. Fascinating! Strongly recommended!

Stephen Moore

A highly, highly recommended "must-do" in Chinatown! We had the best time here. Great staff- extremely helpful..The kids and I enjoyed the way each exhibit room weaved realistic stories which were fascinating and so brilliantly done! Right near the MRT station ... which helps! We loved it!

Lovinia De Silva

Housed in a restored shop house, which adds to the overall experience. Cool, informative and educational museum to see and hear stories of what life was like back in the day for a hawker, doctor, tailor or worker. They also have fun cultural workshops ideal for kids to learn about traditions and festivals!

Gloria Lam

Online Museum Shop

Visit our online museum shop and discover Chinatown through a specially curated collection of merchandise.

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Encounter the People of 1950s Chinatown

1950s Singapore: Chinatown Heritage Tea Bags

Chinatown Heritage Centre invites all to “yumcha” with iconic characters of Chinatown with the launch of the “1950s Singapore: Chinatown Heritage Tea Bags"