SAMily Funday SAMily Funday

SAMily Funday

  • Sat, 3 Aug 2024

  • SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark

  • 1PM–5PM

  • Free programmes | General admission fees to the exhibition apply.

Celebrate Singapore's 59th birthday with SAM! Join us for a special event featuring exciting programmes and activities inspired by our current exhibition, Olafur Eliasson: Your curious journey.

Be captivated by stories inspired by Olafur Eliasson's works or create your own upcycled kaleidoscope in our family-friendly workshop to discover the exhibition in a whole new light! Try your luck on our National Day gachapon machine loaded with limited-edition SAM collectibles!

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General admission fees to the exhibition apply.

*Programmes may be subject to change without prior notice. Information accurate at time of publishing.

3 Aug

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[DROP-IN ACTIVITY] Gacha Your Luck! Sam

[DROP-IN] Gacha Your Luck!

Time: 1PM – 5PM

Venue: Level 1, Ticketing Reception

$5 per try (General admission fees to the exhibition apply.)

 

Try your luck at our National Day Gachapon machine and bring home a limited-edition SAM collectible, inspired by the Olafur Eliasson: Your curious journey exhibition! Donate $5 to SAM and sign up for our mailing list to discover what unique treasure awaits you!

[TOUR] Docent Tour Sam

[TOUR] Docent Tour

Time: 2PM – 3PM

Venue: Meet outside Level 1, Gallery 1

Free (General admission fees to the exhibition apply.)

 

Let our docents take you on guided tour of SAM's latest exhibition, Olafur Eliasson: Your curious journey.

[DROP-IN ACTIVITY] Your Curious Podtraits Sam

Time: 2PM–5PM

Venue: Gallery Reception, Level 1

Free (One picture per group)

General admission fees to the exhibition apply

 

Reimagine the classic photobooth experience. Instead of a photograph, walk away with a one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn caricature that captures you in a whole new light!

Limited to one picture per group.

[TOUR] Staff Picks Sam

[TOUR] Staff Picks | Andre Wang from Production Management

Time: 3.30PM – 4PM

Venue: Level 1, Gallery 1

Free (General admission fees to the exhibition apply.)

 

Curious to know what the best-loved artworks of our SAM staff are? Come meet the people behind the scenes and journey into the world of contemporary art.

 

Join Andre Wang from SAM’s Production Management team, as he shares insightful anecdotes and thoughts about his favourite works in our latest exhibition!

[STORYTELLING] Your Curious Stories Sam

[STORYTELLING] Your Curious Stories with Roger Jenkins and Gophi Nathan

Time: 4PM – 4.30PM

Venue: Level 1, Gallery 1

Free (General admission fees to the exhibition apply.)

 

Embark on a curious journey with exciting tales by storytellers Roger Jenkins and Gophi Nathan!

[WORKSHOP] Light Kaleidoscopes Sam

Time: 11AM–12PM, 3PM–4PM

Venue: The Main Deck, SAM Corporate Office, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark

Free, by registration (General admission fees to the exhibition apply )

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Light up your imagination with this family-friendly workshop where you get to create your own upcycled kaleidoscope. Repurpose everyday objects to produce mesmerising patterns while learning about the importance of a sustainable outlook. This activity is inspired by the exhibition Olafur Eliasson: Your curious journey. Materials will be provided.

 

Here is a glimpse of what you and your child will accomplish during the workshop:
- Discover how kaleidoscopes use mirrors and natural light to create patterns with organic items like spices and herbs.
- Assemble a kaleidoscope and personalise your unique creation using the given materials.
- Take home your personalised kaleidoscope to cherish as an eco-friendly memento.

 

Note
* Recommended for children aged 5–12 years.
* Each workshop ticket will be for 1 adult and 1 child.
* The workshop ticket does not include admission to Olafur Eliasson: Your curious journey. Exhibition entry tickets will need to be purchased separately.
* Participants do not need to purchase tickets to the exhibition to experience this workshop.
* This workshop includes the handling of various materials such as seeds, beans, legumes and flowers. Participants should ensure that they are not allergic to these natural materials.