Singapore Discovery Center
What Is A Singapore Discovery Center???
In 1988, the idea of building a museum to showcase the history of the SAF was first mooted. This idea later evolved into the concept of the Singapore Discovery Centre (SDC).
However, SDC has a larger role to play than emphasizing on the SAF. It aimed to provide a platform for Singaporeans to think about their future, and to help them prepare for the challenges of the future.
In October 1992, MINDEF approved the setting up of the Singapore Discovery Centre (SDC) at a cost of $70 million.
Located on the grounds of SAFTI Military Institute, the architects, Mitchell Giurgola & Throp Architects, developed the architectural design for the SDC. Previous buildings by these architects include the SAFTI Military Institute and the Australian Parliament House. SDC has a unique triangular roof structure and supporting rectangular buildings.
SDC was officially opened by then President Ong Teng Cheong on 23 November 1996.
In 1998, SDC started a review of the Centre to change from a historical to an issue-based orientation.
In early 2001, Ralph Appelbaum Associates (RAA) was selected as the design consultants for the project. RAA are planners, designers and producers of museum exhibitions, visitors centre and educational environments. They are behind many famous institutions such as the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington DC and the National Constitution Centre in Philadelphia.
A presentation was made to the Singapore Totalisator Board in 2002 and a grant of S$25 million was approved. Redevelopment work started in December 2002.
What Can You Find In Singapore Discovery Center???
iWERKS THEATRE
The pictures are so real you want to touch them, the sound so powerful you can feel them. You will change the way you look at movies.
Our giant screen movies will provide you with an unforgettable and exciting cinematic experience.
Next to the main exhibition hall is one of Singapore's largest flat-screen theatres showing 2D and 3D giant screen movies. Equipped with a five-storey high screen and excellent sound systems, this 344-seater world-class theatre offers a truly cinematic and realistic sensory experience.
For More Information,
Visit website: iWERKS Website
CROSSFIRE PAINTBALL
Experience the thrills, spills and spatter of Crossfire, an innovative new version of paintball brought to you by S'pore Discovery Centre.
A challenging arena, coupled with state-of-the-art replica Bravo-1 rifle, delivers an experience that is as demanding as it is exciting.
Ideal for teambuilding exercises, Crossfire offers fast entertainment and educational possibilities wrapped up in the visceral energy of the shoot-out.For More Information,
Visit website: http://www.crossfire.com.sg/SAFTI BUS TOUR: From Boys to Men
Curious about the lives of our military troops? Hop on our SAFTI bus and take a first-hand view of SAFTI Military Institute.
The bus tour brings guests around the 88-hectare training ground for officers from the Army, Navy and Air Force. If you are lucky, you might get to see some soldiers in training.
SHOOTING GALLERY
Aspiring to be a marksman?
Get up close with the SAR21 rifle or SIG SAUER P226 pistol at our shooting gallery now!
Specially modified for indoor, you can pit your shooting skills against your friends and family in the comfort of air-conditioned environment.
A four-lane computerized simulated shooting range has been set up separately for each type of weapon. So what are you waiting for?
Come and take up the challenge now!!
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