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A Curator's role is to preserve the nation's historical, cultural and social heritage by collecting and documenting artefacts and exhibits of Singapore and the surrounding region. He/She acquires these items through purchases, gifts, field explorations or inter-museum loans. This requires substantial historical and archaeological research.
A Curator also helps to promote awareness, and to stimulate interest in the culture and history of Singapore/Asian region through exhibitions and other media. He/She develops the museum as a cultural and educational institution to serve the community, and encourages public participation in the museum's programmes and activities.
To be a Curator* with the National Heritage Board, you need to have a:
Good Honours degree (at least 2nd Upper) and/or Post-graduate degree in a field closely related to key
collection area(s), such as anthropology, sociology, history or Asian Studies; museum studies and management skills desirable.
* At the National Heritage Board, this post is designated as Assistant Curator.
Click here for Course / Programme Entry Requirements.
- ability to perform accurate and complex practical work especially when classifying and restoring artefacts
- patience and capacity for hard work
- research and communication skills
- ability to work as a team member and to engender professional respect
Monthly income: $1,920 - $,2899
- Art galleries
- Museums
- Research firms
- Auction houses
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The National Heritage Board
#03-02 MITA Building
140 Hill Street
Singapore 179369
Tel: 6338 0000 / 6837 9940 / 6332 3991
Fax: 6332 3568 / 6337 1265 / 6334 3270
Website: www.nhb.gov.sg
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