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Looking for something to do without leaving the comforts of your own home? Get comfortable and feast your eyes on beautiful works of art via these virtual museum tours.
National Gallery Singapore
The National Gallery Singapore is home to some of the most beautiful artworks done by famous artists and consists of over 8,000 works from the 19th and 20th century. It also oversees the world’s leading collection of modern art from Singapore and Southeast Asia.
From abstract art to portraits, the National Gallery Singapore gives you the opportunity to feast your eyes on fascinating artworks. All this can be viewed from the comfort of your own home. Check out the museum provides via a a virtual tour powered by Google Arts and Culture.
Chinatown Heritage Centre
For those who did not know, the Chinatown Heritage Centre was re-vamped a few years back and is now a replica of a 50s and 60s tailor shop and sundry store. There are also crowded living areas spread across a three storey shophouse and stands proud as a reminder of Chinatown’s past.
View old exhibits with the help of Haroko’s Studio’s 360-degree virtual tour of the heritage centre with high quality images that allow you to examine each photograph closely. A virtual reality (VR) option is also available by clicking on the Google icon at the bottom of the screen when you visit Haroko Studio’s website.
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA Bangkok)
Apart from viewing artworks displayed in museums in Singapore, you can also view artworks from other museums around the globe. MOCA Bangkok is a strong supporter of true Thai art and culture. The museum displays a wide range of valuable paintings and sculptures created by Thai artists.
Transcending is one of their online exhibitions, featuring artworks titles House Under the Sea (1986), and Gazing the World Through the Gate (2002). Enter the wonder world of Thai artist, Somphong Adulyasaraphan and have a glimpse of what goes through the artist’s mind.
J Paul Getty Museum (Los Angeles)
Known as one of the most iconic art institutions in the United States, the J Paul Getty Museum houses over 6,000 years’ worth of treasures. You can view three of their most popular exhibits. These exhibits include Michelangelo: Mind of the Master, Assyria: Palace Art of Ancient Iraq, and Kathe Kollwitz: Prints, Process, Politics.
These exhibitions are available for viewing online. Apart from that, you can also head to Google Arts and Culture site to enjoy a museum tour to view the spaces and artworks, giving you more information about them.
The Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum allows you to explore the world’s largest natural history collection. Apart from that, you can also discover the eye-opening stories of planet Earth, from its beginning to how it is now.
From exhibits about butterflies to the stories of the tank room, The Natural History Museum will definitely have you wanting to know more. Also, remember to look out for their most famous exhibit, Dippy the Dino! All of these amazing artworks and exhibits are available online.
Visit other museums from other countries from the comfort of your own home by taking an interesting and insightful trip to the museum virtually today!
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