2.2 Place

2.2 Place



The exhibition venues for Singapore Biennale 2008 are well spread out across Marina Bay and are all reachable from each location within walking distance. These venues, through the features of the venue and the atmosphere are best able to present the artworks and engage visitors in a meaningful way. The use of both outdoor and indoor exhibition venues provides distinct experiences and different ways of viewing the exhibits.


Firstly, the use of both City Hall and South Beach Development as the main indoor exhibition venues brings about a deep meaning for Singaporeans and also a unique experience for the tourists to Singapore Biennale 2008.



The City Hall is a national monument of Singapore, and it was designed and built by the architects of the municipal government. It stands as a symbolic status for post-independence Singapore, as it was the location for the surrender of the Japanese in 1945 during World War 2 and the place where the legal documents are signed for the formation of Malaysia and Singapore gaining independence as a state by itself.

Therefore, choosing this location as an exhibition venue is wonderful, it allows Singaporean to relive the moments in history and at the same time allowing tourists to know more about Singapore History. It is definitely a great spot for hosting Singapore Biennale 2008.





The South Beach Development is synonymous with the history of the Singapore Volunteers Corps (SVC) and was where the first NS enlistment was held in 1967. Being scheduled to reopen in the year 2012, it is advantageous using the location as an exhibition venue, as it would be an unused venue anyway, and a great spot to revisit before it is rebuilt.




Opinions
Marina Bay aims to be a vibrant, 24/7 Garden City by the Bay. Surrounded by sparkling water and lush gardens, Marina Bay will offer exciting opportunities for people to come together to explore, exchange and entertain. It is a wise choice for the organiser to choose Marina Bay as its main venue, as it is a place being promoted as a huge attraction in Singapore. It is a win-win situation for both the developers of Marina Bay and Singapore Biennale 2008, as the international contemporary mega visual arts exhibition event is held in a vibrant Garden City by the Bay.