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As part of International Museum Day celebrations,

National Archives of Singapore (NAS) and the Raffles Museum of Biodiversity Research, NUS (RMBR) present
The M. I. A. Trail: 26th May 2007: 5.30pm & 6.30pm

Discover secrets of Singapore's biodiversity at the Raffles Museum, stroll through picturesque Kent Ridge to Reflections at Bukit Chandu, which marks the defense of the ridge during WWII. At Memories at Old Ford Factory, you will uncover WWII facts through the “Syonan Race”.

This is a unique opportunity to visit three galleries and a nature park at night with experienced museum guides!

Route:

  1. Dover MRT (EW22) Station
  2. Raffles Museum Biodiversity Research
  3. Kent Ridge Park
  4. Reflections at Bukit Chandu
  5. Memories at Old Ford Factory
  6. City Hall MRT

Registration
Registration is free, but there are only 80 places. Just email eileen_ng@nhb.gov.sg with the following information:

  1. Name:
  2. Handphone No:
  3. Email:
Registered participants will meet their guides at the bus stop at Dover MRT (EW22) station, opposite the Singapore Poly (closer to the taxi stands) at the far margin of the bus stop.

Tour times

  • 5.30pm-12.30am (FULL),
  • 6.30pm-1.30am (FULL)

Do come prepared!
You should bring:

  • Walking shoes or sandals - stilettos might get stuck in the boardwalk slats :-)
  • Water
  • Snack (its a long tour!)
  • Foldable umbrella.
  • Insect repellent.
  • Taxi fare (midnight surcharge!) to return home!
Participants will be guided by the Raffles Museum Pasir Panjang Volunteer Guides and guides from the National Archives!

Last year's reviews:

  • "M.I.A. Trail," by Shaun Wong. Yesterday.sg, 27 May 2006.
  • "The M. I. A. trail," by N. Sivasothi. Raffles Museum News, 29 May 2006.