Gillman Barracks History & Heritage Walkabout (Sat 09 May@ 5-6:00pm)

Schedule

Sat May 09 2026 at 05:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC+08:00

Location

Gillman Barracks | Queenstown, SG

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Friends of the Museums (FOM), presents a tour for history and heritage enthusiasts looking to explore Gillman Barracks' fascinating past.
About this Event

Presented by Friends of the Museums (FOM), this walkabout is for all members of the public to explore the rich heritage of Gillman Barracks, as a colonial era barracks, a WW2 battleground, an SAF site, and its transformation into an arts and life-style hub .

Please note this tour involves some outdoor walking* so wear comfortable shoes, bring water and an umbrella for rain or shine. Please be on time as the tour will start at 5:00 pm.

Our tours are made possible thanks to the unwavering dedication of our volunteer tour guides. Therefore, we kindly ask that you refrain from signing up if you are uncertain about your schedule. Should you need to cancel, we request that you do so at least 24 hours in advance. This not only honors the time and effort our volunteers invest in creating memorable tours but also ensures that others have the opportunity to participate. Please be aware that in the event of a no-show or last-minute cancellation, we reserve the right to decline your participation in any future tours. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Participants will be informed of any tour cancellation at least 4 hours prior to the tour date, so please check your emails before heading to Gillman Barracks.


Registration:

Free of Charge. Registration is required.

Meeting Point:

Gillman Barracks (outside Block 9, next to the playground)

9 Lock Road

Singapore 108937

Getting there:

Nearest MRT Train Station is Labrador Park (Circle Line station CC27)


Cancelled Tours:

Tours are subject to a minimum number of registered visitors. Please contact us if you are unable to join the tour you've registered for.

In case a tour is cancelled, we will notify you 4 hours prior to the start.

Please Note:

The visitor will not hold Singapore Land Authority, Friends Of The Museums, and the volunteer guide liable for any loss, damage, illness, personal injury or death or third party claims relating to the volunteer guide's provision of his/her volunteering services.




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Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Rd, Queenstown, Singapore

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