" Definitely a great visit not only for tourist but for locals. Brought my relatives from Canada and it was a great time of sharing for my uncle who had lived through those times and my cousin who had never lived in Asia.
Very well set up. Staff a little too serious though.
Still.. highly recommended! "
19 April 2018
Anynomous
" A nice museum to learn about overseas Chinese heritage, with detail explanation of how overseas Chinese used to live, what inside of Chinese house from the past, etc. I really the way they use audio tour guide which we can play it in every room for the explanation. However, this museum is quite small. So, everything inside is quite packed. "
19 April 2018
Anynomous
" Second time I've visited over the years. This museum is very impressive and teaches me a lot about the Singapore of yesteryear that my mum grew up in. Audio tour is comprehensive, well voiced, and perfectly paced and there is a ton of stuff to see. I estimate it takes 2-3 hours to read every placard at every exhibit. Gift shop didn't have anything special. Well worth the time and price. "
18 March 2018
Anynomous
" Really good museum with focus of life in the 1950s in Chinatown. Even though the museum is small its packed with many items to see. Its main focus is on the types of people there rather than how they came to be there or how the overcrowding occurred which is the only reason I didn't give 5 stars. Its a fascinating look into how things were in Singapore back in the day. Well worth a look of you are in Chinatown "
17 March 2018
Anynomous
" Mascara warning, if you've any sensitivity then seeing how hard life was not too long ago for some people should tug at your heart strings.
It is very informative and interesting with the help of the audio guide, not something that i would ordinarily partake in. The reproduction seems to be very good.
Stand in the doorway of the room of the family of 2 adults and 6 kids and think about it... "
28 January 2018
Anynomous
" I spent a surprising amount of time wandering around this museum. It offers a very interesting and educational first person perspective of life for early Chinatown settlers. I highly recommend the audio tour. "
26 January 2018
Anynomous
" I am very interested in social history and the Chinatown Heritage Centre was an education. Reconstructions of the living areas were fascinating and really brought the struggles and successes of the Chinese Immigrants into reality. The audio guide makes the experience even more poignant. No shortage of excellent eateries nearby. "
21 January 2018
Anynomous
" Excellent experience. Interesting storyline. Well describe with self-guided audio tour. Takes about 1-2 hours to see/feel the museum and listen to the whole story. The museum consists 3-story building. "
05 January 2018
Anynomous
" A very interesting museum! The first part of the exhibition is a wonderful recreation of the life inside a shop house. You will learn a lot about the different groups of immigrants who came to Singapore but also what was life here just a few decades back. Do not miss it! "
16 December 2017
Anynomous
" Nicely done. A little pricey at 15 entrance...i think 10 would be more realistic. Exhibits nice presented and audio guide is excellent if a little slow paced...taking a good hour to complete. I would suggest mannequins to give it a more crowded feel and less aircon but these are minor issues in a pleasant and informative experience "
03 December 2017
Anynomous
" Fantastic experience. The audio guide is wonderfully planned and scripted. Thoroughly enjoyed myself - one of the best I've been to locally and abroad! "
14 October 2017
Anynomous
" Must go in singapore. Convenient location. Cheap souvenirs compare to tourism parks if you don't mind too much about the quality. A bit dirty though. Exchange money in a place call CK has great exchange rate see photo. "
08 October 2017
Anynomous
" A small museum that depicts how immigrants to Singapore lived in early 1900s. I’m very thankful to live in conditions so much better than them. The museum also has exhibition on life at Chinatown and other aspects. Interesting facts and photos/dioramas. "
04 October 2017
Anynomous
" A very interesting museum! The first part of the exhibition is a wonderful recreation of the life inside a shop house. Do not miss it "
13 August 2017
Anynomous
" Wow, what an amazing museum! I cannot praise this place enough! It is such a gem. The exhibition is extremely well curated and the antiques very well protected. The staff members are extremely friendly. You need a good hour for the first two floors, and you need another 30-45 minutes for the last floor. "
29 May 2017
Anynomous
" This place was absolutely amazing. The multimedia used was not without flaws but, man, you would really know that a lot of thought and work were put behind creating an audiovisual and tactile experience that would allow the visitor to be pulled in and to walk through what life must have been like for immigrants in early Chinatown and to understand how hard it had truly been. By the end of the tour, that fee you'd paid at the entrance? You'd know it was worth it. "
23 April 2017
Anynomous
" As time goes by ... Singapore River 1981. Lots of changes, yes, but the 'Singapore model' is said to be the key factor behind political stability, economic growth, and harmonious social order in this worldfamous city. Due to private ownership museum' s entrance fee might be slightly higher. Visit worthwhile though! "
21 April 2017
Anynomous
" Every-time I be there I feel nostalgic. I walk through all from Chinatown poit to Chinatown heritage centre to tooth relic temple. I like this place... "
14 March 2017
Anynomous
" It's a bit pricey compared to other museums because this museum is privately owned.
But the exhibits makes it worth it.
Wish thy will have more promotional price for their ticket especially for revisit. Would like to visit again.
Lots of photo opportunities. "
21 January 2017
Anynomous
" Very interesting. Once we step in, we travel back in time. I also live we can take our time to enjoy every detail, sit in the rooms as if we were a family member of the original "
Anynomous
" Definitely a great visit not only for tourist but for locals. Brought my relatives from Canada and it was a great time of sharing for my uncle who had lived through those times and my cousin who had never lived in Asia.
19 April 2018Very well set up. Staff a little too serious though.
Still.. highly recommended! "
Anynomous
" A nice museum to learn about overseas Chinese heritage, with detail explanation of how overseas Chinese used to live, what inside of Chinese house from the past, etc. I really the way they use audio tour guide which we can play it in every room for the explanation. However, this museum is quite small. So, everything inside is quite packed. "
19 April 2018Anynomous
" Second time I've visited over the years. This museum is very impressive and teaches me a lot about the Singapore of yesteryear that my mum grew up in. Audio tour is comprehensive, well voiced, and perfectly paced and there is a ton of stuff to see. I estimate it takes 2-3 hours to read every placard at every exhibit. Gift shop didn't have anything special. Well worth the time and price. "
18 March 2018Anynomous
" Really good museum with focus of life in the 1950s in Chinatown. Even though the museum is small its packed with many items to see. Its main focus is on the types of people there rather than how they came to be there or how the overcrowding occurred which is the only reason I didn't give 5 stars. Its a fascinating look into how things were in Singapore back in the day. Well worth a look of you are in Chinatown "
17 March 2018Anynomous
" Mascara warning, if you've any sensitivity then seeing how hard life was not too long ago for some people should tug at your heart strings.
28 January 2018It is very informative and interesting with the help of the audio guide, not something that i would ordinarily partake in. The reproduction seems to be very good.
Stand in the doorway of the room of the family of 2 adults and 6 kids and think about it... "
Anynomous
" I spent a surprising amount of time wandering around this museum. It offers a very interesting and educational first person perspective of life for early Chinatown settlers. I highly recommend the audio tour. "
26 January 2018Anynomous
" I am very interested in social history and the Chinatown Heritage Centre was an education. Reconstructions of the living areas were fascinating and really brought the struggles and successes of the Chinese Immigrants into reality. The audio guide makes the experience even more poignant. No shortage of excellent eateries nearby. "
21 January 2018Anynomous
" Excellent experience. Interesting storyline. Well describe with self-guided audio tour. Takes about 1-2 hours to see/feel the museum and listen to the whole story. The museum consists 3-story building. "
05 January 2018Anynomous
" A very interesting museum! The first part of the exhibition is a wonderful recreation of the life inside a shop house. You will learn a lot about the different groups of immigrants who came to Singapore but also what was life here just a few decades back. Do not miss it! "
16 December 2017Anynomous
" Nicely done. A little pricey at 15 entrance...i think 10 would be more realistic. Exhibits nice presented and audio guide is excellent if a little slow paced...taking a good hour to complete. I would suggest mannequins to give it a more crowded feel and less aircon but these are minor issues in a pleasant and informative experience "
03 December 2017Anynomous
" Fantastic experience. The audio guide is wonderfully planned and scripted. Thoroughly enjoyed myself - one of the best I've been to locally and abroad! "
14 October 2017Anynomous
" Must go in singapore. Convenient location. Cheap souvenirs compare to tourism parks if you don't mind too much about the quality. A bit dirty though. Exchange money in a place call CK has great exchange rate see photo. "
08 October 2017Anynomous
" A small museum that depicts how immigrants to Singapore lived in early 1900s. I’m very thankful to live in conditions so much better than them. The museum also has exhibition on life at Chinatown and other aspects. Interesting facts and photos/dioramas. "
04 October 2017Anynomous
" A very interesting museum! The first part of the exhibition is a wonderful recreation of the life inside a shop house. Do not miss it "
13 August 2017Anynomous
" Wow, what an amazing museum! I cannot praise this place enough! It is such a gem. The exhibition is extremely well curated and the antiques very well protected. The staff members are extremely friendly. You need a good hour for the first two floors, and you need another 30-45 minutes for the last floor. "
29 May 2017Anynomous
" This place was absolutely amazing. The multimedia used was not without flaws but, man, you would really know that a lot of thought and work were put behind creating an audiovisual and tactile experience that would allow the visitor to be pulled in and to walk through what life must have been like for immigrants in early Chinatown and to understand how hard it had truly been. By the end of the tour, that fee you'd paid at the entrance? You'd know it was worth it. "
23 April 2017Anynomous
" As time goes by ... Singapore River 1981. Lots of changes, yes, but the 'Singapore model' is said to be the key factor behind political stability, economic growth, and harmonious social order in this worldfamous city. Due to private ownership museum' s entrance fee might be slightly higher. Visit worthwhile though! "
21 April 2017Anynomous
" Every-time I be there I feel nostalgic. I walk through all from Chinatown poit to Chinatown heritage centre to tooth relic temple. I like this place... "
14 March 2017Anynomous
" It's a bit pricey compared to other museums because this museum is privately owned.
21 January 2017But the exhibits makes it worth it.
Wish thy will have more promotional price for their ticket especially for revisit. Would like to visit again.
Lots of photo opportunities. "
Anynomous
" Very interesting. Once we step in, we travel back in time. I also live we can take our time to enjoy every detail, sit in the rooms as if we were a family member of the original "
18 January 2017