Renaissance City Plan III Heritage Development Plan - MICA

FOREWORD BY
NHB CHAIRMAN
Entrusted with the mission to foster
nationhood, identity and creativity through
heritage and cultural development, the
National Heritage Board (NHB) has
made significant progress since its
establishment in 1993.
The Renaissance City Plan (RCP) directives
for the development of a vibrant arts and
cultural landscape in Singapore have
contributed to NHB’s success in achieving
its mission. Since 2000, the funding from
RCP has been a valuable added resource
that enabled NHB, in partnership with
stakeholders from the public, people
and private sectors, to embark on many
major impactful exhibitions, activities and
events to engage the hearts and minds of
both Singaporeans and visitors. The rising
visitorship figures through the years to our
museums and outreach events and the
accolades NHB museums have received
from the international media attest to the
increasing recognition and vibrancy of
Singapore as a global arts city.
Moving ahead into the future, I am excited
about the opportunities presented to the
arts and heritage sector under RCP III.
NHB will continue to engage our valuable
partners in the development of an even
more vibrant heritage ecosystem to enliven
the museum scene in Singapore. We have
been showcasing Singapore’s unique
culture on the international stage through
our exported shows, collaborations with
foreign partners and will continue this
effort to increase Singapore’s reputation
as a country with outstanding museums.
NHB will also build on our outreach
momentum, engaging the community with
knowledge sharing projects and events
that will allow members of the public to
embark on exciting heritage discovery
journeys with us.
I invite you to join us as partners and
participants in NHB’s many offerings
of museum exhibitions, workshops and
outreach events and activities. Together,
we can make history in the realisation of
RCP’s vision to establish Singapore as a
vibrant arts and cultural events hub.
Professor Tommy Koh
Chairman, NHB
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