Available programmes:

Sunday, 18 May 2025 9am - 1pm

Join us on 18 May for a special celebration of International Botanical Art Day — a day to appreciate the beauty of nature through art! For more info visit https://go.gov.sg/sbg-botanical-art-day !

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In celebration of the theme of Crop Diversity and its significance in cultural and agricultural history, this exhibition is one of over 30 exhibitions happening simultaneously across the globe. It is co-organised by the Botanical Art Society (Singapore) and the Singapore Botanic Gardens (SBG) as part of the second Botanical Art Worldwide Project, in conjunction with the Worldwide Day of Botanical Art celebrated on May 18.

Members of the Botanical Art Society (Singapore) have submitted botanical artworks exploring Heritage Crops—traditional plant cultivars not used in modern, large-scale monocultural agriculture; Crop Wild Relatives—wild species that can enhance cultivated crops or are foraged wild plants; and Ancient Crops— plants cultivated for centuries in their original form. Each piece has been carefully selected by a panel of expert botanists and botanical artists based on scientific accuracy, artistic merit, technical mastery, and overall impact.

Many of these plants hold deep personal meaning for the artists, evoking memories of home, family traditions, and cultural heritage. Some recall the familiar ingredients used in home cooking, while others are tied to crops central to traditional festivities.

Beyond their personal significance, these plants are valued for their roles in food, medicine, and textiles, representing a rich genetic diversity often overlooked in modern agriculture. By showcasing these lesser-known varieties, this exhibition underscores the importance of preserving plant biodiversity while celebrating the artistry of botanical illustration.

About the Garden City Fund
The Garden City Fund is a registered charity and Institution of a Public Character (IPC) established by the National Parks Board in 2002. The Fund works with corporations, organisations and individuals to better engage members of the public through conservation efforts, research, outreach and education. In doing so, we hope to cultivate a sense of ownership and encourage the community to play its part in preserving Singapore’s legacy as a lush and vibrant City in Nature.

If you would like to support our projects, please visit https://go.gov.sg/gcfsbg

Level 1, Botanical Art Gallery (Gallop Extension)
From now to 2 November 2025
Open daily*, 9am - 6pm (Last entry at 5.30pm)
*Closed on the last Thursday of every month

Admission is free

 

Featured Works

Averrhoa bilimbi L.
OXALIDACEAE
Bilimbi

© Goh Ai Hwa
Watercolour on paper

 

Ceiba pentandra (L.) Gaertn.
MALVACEAE
Kapok

“The dancing Kapok”
© Teo Nam Siang
Watercolour on paper

 

Cerbera manghas L.
APOCYNACEAE
Bintaro, Pink-eyed Cerbera; Pong Pong; Sea mango

“Both Sides Now”
© David H H Toh
Watercolour on paper