Our Cultural Medallion Story showcase opens at The Arts House - here's what to expect

A showcase that celebrates Singapore's Cultural Medallion recipients opened yesterday (Nov 26) at The Arts House.
Called Our Cultural Medallion Story, it uses physical and digital presentations to showcase the accomplishments of past recipients of the accolade.
The Cultural Medallion was established in 1979 by former President and then-Minister of Culture, Ong Teng Cheong, to recognise individuals who enriched Singapore’s arts and cultural landscape.
It is administered by the National Arts Council (NAC) and, to date, has been conferred on 130 artists.
Visitors to Our Cultural Medallion Story will receive a Near Field Communication (NFC) token device to interact with selected sections of the showcase.
This allows them to respond and provide input as they explore the showcase, and learn about the recipients' contributions across art practices such as literary, film, visual, performing and multidisciplinary arts.
Some of the showcase sections include:
Our Cultural Medallion Story was officially launched by the Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, and Second Minister for Law, Edwin Tong.
At the launch event yesterday, Tong said: "Our Cultural Medallion recipients have enriched and distinguished Singapore’s arts and cultural landscape. They have also generously shared their expertise and knowledge with aspiring and younger talents in the scene.
"Through this showcase, important stories of their pursuit of excellence and resilience are told to Singaporeans and our future generations, to help us appreciate how we have come to be, and be proud to be Singaporeans.”
Admission is free. For more information, click here.
Opening hours: 10am-7pm daily
Address: 1 Old Parliament Lane, S179429
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