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ARTS & CULTURE |
14 July 2010 |
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A gallery has been set up to capture and preserve the rich heritage and history of the Fullerton precinct. Heritage trails and markers will be introduced to allow the public to better understand and appreciate the history and heritage of the area. The precinct includes many historic buildings, such as the The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, The Fullerton Waterboat House, One Fullerton, Clifford Pier, the recently re-opened Customs House and the new Fullerton Bay Hotel which just opened. The buildings in the Marina Bay area have seen dramatic transformations over the years. From 1928 to 1996, the Fullerton Building housed Singapore's first General Post Office, along with other colonial governmental offices. Today, it is home to The Fullerton Hotel. A walking trail has also been proposed to help visitors appreciate the area's history and heritage. |
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The Fullerton Heritage Gallery aims to bring to life the rich significance of the precinct. Spread out over 800 square feet, the gallery contains photographs, stamps and even a vintage weighing scale. Over the years The Fullerton Building has housed many important arms of the government, such as the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Trade and Industry. The precinct, which is supported by the National Heritage Board's Heritage Industry Incentive Programme, saw contributions from individuals and organisations to preserve various aspects of Singapore's heritage. The precinct launch also saw the return of the Foundation Stone to its original position outside the Fullerton Building. Part of a proposed monument paying tribute to Singapore's early founders, the stone was erected outside the Fullerton Building in 1970 by Singapore's first President, Yusof Ishak. It was moved to the National Archives of Singapore in 2000 when development works in the area began. The Fullerton Building a.k.a. The Fullerton Hotel is located at 1 Fullerton Square. |
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