Is Lee Kong Chian museum free for NUS students?

Greetings from Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum! We are pleased to announce that with effect from 1 June 2017, NUS staff and students can enjoy complimentary admission to our museum from Tuesdays – Sundays and Public Holidays, from 10am to 7pm (Last admission at 5.30pm).

When was the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum officially opened to the public?

16 December 1878
For management purposes and point of law, the date of 16 December 1878 is a practical, and perhaps the most objective one for the “start” of the natural history museum. (formally opened on 31 October 1988), which of course stems from the original Raffles Museum that was renamed the National Museum of Singapore in 1965.

Where can I see fossils in Singapore?

Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
Located at the National University of Singapore, the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum is home to dinosaur fossils and other interesting animal specimens, including a sperm whale!

Where can I park for the Natural History Museum?

Natural History Museum’s Car Park All NHM visitors can now park in the NHM Car Park, located on Bill Robertson Lane, just south of Exposition Boulevard.

Which museums are free in Singapore?

List of National Museums and Heritage Institutions

• Asian Civilisations Museum.
• National Museum of Singapore.
• The Peranakan Museum.
• Singapore Philatelic Museum.
• Indian Heritage Centre.
• Malay Heritage Centre.
• Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall.
• Reflections at Bukit Chandu.

Did dinosaurs live in Singapore?

“The discovery proved that at one time, a long time ago, expected between 160 to 66 million years ago, dinosaurs once lived at a place we now know as Tanah Merah, Kelantan,” Arham Muchtar said in a statement today.

Where can I see dinosaurs in Singapore?

From life-sized dinosaurs at Changi Jurassic Mile to dinosaur playgrounds to real dinosaur fossils, check out these places to see dinosaurs in Singapore.

• Changi Jurassic Mile.
• Fu Shan Garden Park.
• Kim Keat Avenue.
• Jurassic Park Universal Studios Sentosa.
• Lee Kong Chian Museum.
• Dino Pits at KidsStop.

Can you bring water into the Natural History Museum?

Outside food or drink (water bottles permitted). * Dogs or other pets (service animals permitted) Running, climbing, or sitting on exhibits or railings.

How long does it take to go around the Natural History Museum?

around three to four hours
Visiting Natural History Museum Recommended visiting time to the Natural History Museum is around three to four hours; but one could easily spend the entire day wandering around all four of the museum’s coloured zones.

What can you do in Singapore with no money?

Free Things To Do In Singapore

• See WILD dolphins at the Sisters Islands Marine Park.
• Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple.
• Go Hiking at Mount Faber.
• Free Movies Under the Stars and Clouds.
• Go Biking at Bukit Timah Mountain Bike Trail.
• Step Back in Time at 4-Digit Post Code Kampong Lorong Buangkok.

What can we do for free?

15 Free or Cheap Things to Do

• Go to a museum, aquarium or zoo. Many aquariums, museums and zoos waive admission fees on certain days.
• Read a book. Dive into a new book or revisit an old favorite.
• Catch a movie.
• Play, or watch, a game.
• Volunteer.
• Visit the farmers market.
• Go thrift shopping.
• Spend time outdoors.

What’s the dinosaur with 500 teeth called?

Nigersaurus
Nigersaurus had a delicate skull and an extremely wide mouth lined with teeth especially adapted for browsing plants close to the ground. This bizarre, long-necked dinosaur is characterized by its unusually broad, straight-edged muzzle tipped with more than 500 replaceable teeth.

Which is the oldest Natural History Museum in Singapore?

The Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum (LKCNHM) is Singapore’s first and only natural history museum. The museum, which traces its roots to the original Raffles Museum of 1878, is among the oldest such institution in the region.

Is the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum free?

Contributions are welcome for articles in Nature in Singapore (NiS), a free, peer-reviewed, online journal of the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum for which there are no page charges. Nature in Singapore will publish articles on the flora and fauna of the Republic of Singapore.

What kind of nature is there in Singapore?

From thriving mangroves to serene parks and gardens, Singapore is home to a wealth of experiences for nature lovers. Walking trails that unveil the hidden natural beauty of our metropolis.

What are the exhibitions at the National Museum of Singapore?

An Old New World: Digital Edition allows you to virtually explore the exhibition An Old New World: From the East Indies to the Founding of Singapore, 1600s–1819, which features personal collections from the… Drawing from the National Museum’s collections, this online showcase explores a little-known side of Singapore’s history of public health.