What does the world look like through the eyes of a 10-year-old? Patchwork of Times: A Think! Contemporary Primary School Exhibition is the answer, and it is free to visit at the Singapore Art Museum (SAM) at Tanjong Pagar Distripark from 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
A tapestry of stories from eight schools
Now in its 14th edition, SAM’s signature Think! Contemporary programme brings together eight primary schools. Inspired by exhibitions they visited at SAM, including the Learning Gallery, Talking Objects and The Living Room, the students explore identity, sustainability, memory and Singapore’s changing landscape.
Drawing on their own experiences, the children reimagine familiar objects, places and experiences as installations made with surprising materials. Some works are interactive or participatory, so little visitors can do more than look.
Participating schools and standout works
Returning schools include CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace, Geylang Methodist School (Primary), Haig Girls’ School, Mayflower Primary School and St. Anthony’s Primary School, joined by Fern Green Primary School, Xinghua Primary School and HFSE International School. Look out for works such as Fruit Roulette, Our Living Forest and Threads of Our Future.
Why it works for families
Exhibitions made by children tend to speak to children, which makes this an easy one to bring the whole family to. Ask your kids which installation they would have made, or what object from your own home they would reimagine.
Visit Patchwork of Times at SAM
- Dates: 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027
- Venue: Level 1, The Engine Room, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
- Time: 10am to 7pm
- Admission: Free for all
Looking for more family-friendly outings? See Money Town at Children’s Museum Singapore, the Children’s Garden at Gardens by the Bay and our things to do this weekend list.
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