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National Heritage Board - Heritage Institutions

About the Heritage Institutions

The Heritage Institutions - comprising Indian Heritage Centre, Malay Heritage Centre, and Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall - are cultural institutions that preserve and promote Singapore's community heritage and history.

Last updated 10 June 2026
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Indian Heritage Centre

The Indian Heritage Centre (IHC), a heritage institution managed by the National Heritage Board (NHB), traces the history of the Indian and South Asian communities in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Having celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2026, the IHC is a focal point for the Singapore Indian community, and a platform to learn more about Singapore's diverse Indian heritage.

Nestled in the heart of Little India, IHC also serves as a springboard for visitors to explore the historic precinct. The Centre is housed in a four-storey building, comprising permanent galleries that take visitors through centuries of history, trade, and community, a special exhibition gallery, educational and activity spaces, as well as other facilities.

For more information, please visit www.indianheritage.org.sg. 

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Malay Heritage Centre

The Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) is a heritage and cultural institution dedicated to presenting the history, culture, and contributions of the Malay community in Singapore. Its permanent exhibition traces the evolution of the Malay community through centuries of movement, trade, and cultural exchange across the Malay Archipelago till today. Through its varied programming, the Centre serves as a vibrant platform for community engagement and cultural showcases within the Kampong Gelam precinct. It is housed in a National Monument, the former 19th century Istana Kampong Gelam, once the royal seat of Malay royalty in Singapore.

The Malay Heritage Centre is managed by the National Heritage Board in partnership with the Malay Heritage Foundation.

For more information, please visit www.malayheritage.org.sg.

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Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall

Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH), a heritage institution owned by the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry and managed by the National Heritage Board, traces Dr Sun's revolutionary activities in the Southeast Asian region and highlights the impact of the 1911 Chinese Revolution on Singapore as well as Singapore's contributions to the Revolution.

The SYSNMH re-opened to the public on 9 October 2011. The revamped Memorial Hall features a new storyline that introduces key community leaders in the early 20th century; highlights Nanyang as a base for the Revolution; and explores the impact and influences of the 1911 Chinese Revolution on the Singapore Chinese community. It will also continue to promote the understanding of our history through research and publication; work with the community in outreach and education programmes as well as organise Chinese cultural events for all Singaporeans and visitors.

The SYSNMH is currently closed for restoration and revamp works.

For more information, please visit www.sysnmh.org.sg.