Resorts World Sentosa officially opened ticket sales for the revitalised Singapore Oceanarium today, 26th June.
This is ahead of the opening ceremony scheduled for 23rd July, with the attraction formally opening to the public on the following day, 24th July.
This marks the public’s first opportunity to experience a transformative, world-class marine experience where storytelling, marine science and meaningful engagement come together to spark knowledge, love and action for our oceans.
A series of celebrations
To mark the launch, Singapore Oceanarium will present a season of opening celebrations featuring a curated series of showcases and a variety of activities by distinguished local talents, encompassing hands-on workshops, installations, presentations and more, designed for visitors of all ages to discover their role in ocean stewardship.
Beyond these special celebrations, the oceanarium has also unveiled an expanded suite of purpose-driven public programmes that can be added on to the oceanarium’s day experience.
A highlight of the opening is Research & Learning Week (25th to 27th July) within the Singapore Oceanarium’s dedicated Research and Learning Centre.
Curated for individuals interested in ocean stewardship, the programme features a range of expert-led talks, hands-on workshops, and curated installations that showcase ongoing research and advance ocean literacy.
Living waters
Among the featured showcases is the Living Oceans Exhibition, an insightful look at the diversity and beauty of our blue planet.
Presented in collaboration with the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC), this showcase features curated specimens from the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum and research posters from the RWS-NUS Living Laboratory partnership.
Together, they underscore the rich biodiversity of marine ecosystems and highlight the importance of protecting our shared ocean heritage.
Ties That Bind, a compelling photo gallery by internationally acclaimed Singaporean photographers Toh Xing Jie and Michael Aw, takes centre stage at the oceanarium.
Located within the Spirit of Exploration zone, the installation highlights the intricate relationships that sustain ocean life, offering an emotive visual narrative of interdependence, resilience and hope.
As part of SG60 National Day celebrations, Ties That Bind highlights the works of Singaporean photographers, showcasing their passion for the ocean and efforts to inspire greater awareness and action for marine conservation.
The showcase also has a dedicated section that features marine animals native to Singapore waters, emphasising the rich biodiversity of our local marine environment.
