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Beginning of a Golden Age of Sport in Singapore (Late 1940s to 1950s)

The exhibition (18 May to 31 July 2023) is held in celebration of the Golden Anniversary of Sport Singapore (1973 to 2023) and in conjunction with Singapore HeritageFest 2023. It highlights the performances of leading Sportsmen and Sportswomen in international competitions to demonstrate the strengthening of the culture of sport in post-war Singapore. Covering the competitive exploits of Singapore Olympians and pioneering athletes in international sport (late 1940s to 1950s), it emphasizes the role of competitive sport as a means of challenging aspiring athletes and creating a collective international identity in sport.

Venue: Singapore Sports Museum @ Singapore Sports Hub

When: 18 May - 31 Jul 2023,

By: National Heritage Board (NHB)

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