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Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
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Visit the largest French Impressionist exhibition in Southeast Asia. Explore the revolutionary world of Impressionism through iconic works by Pierre-August Renoir, Claude Monet, Édouard Manet, Paul Cézanne, and Edgar Degas, never before exhibited in Singapore.
Developed by the Museum of Fine Arts Boston in collaboration with National Gallery Singapore, this landmark exhibition will highlight the continuing relevance of Impressionism through themes of urban life, gender, land, and environment, expressing the emergence of modernity from the unique perspective of the artists. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness these groundbreaking artworks up close and experience the enduring impact of Impressionism.
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When: 14 Nov 2025 – 1 Mar 2026
Suitable For: All
Where: City Hall Wing, Level 3, Singtel Special Exhibition Galleries 1, 2 & 3
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Plan Your Visit – High Weekend Demand
Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston draws large crowds, especially on weekends.
To manage visitor flow and ensure a smooth experience, timed entry will be implemented on weekends on a first-come, first-served basis.
Timed entry applies only to visitors with a Special Exhibition or All Access ticket
Wristbands will be issued at Level 3 (outside Singtel Gallery 3)
Entry slots are available every 30 minutes from 10am to 7pm
Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, as time slots may fill up quickly
When
14 Nov 2025 – 1 Mar 2026
Where:
City Hall Wing, Level 3, Singtel Special Exhibition Galleries 1, 2 & 3
Ticketing / Admission
A Special Exhibition or All Access Ticket is required for entry to Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Art, Boston
Free admission to all areas for Gallery Insiders, children aged 6 and under, locally based students and teachers, and persons with disabilities along with one caregiver.
All Access Ticket
Looking to explore it all? Singapore citizens and permanent residents who purchase a Special Exhibition (Local) ticket receive an automatic upgrade to an All Access ticket. This ticket grants access to all exhibitions and tours and is valid for 180 days from the purchase date.
Concession rates of $5 off apply to all ticket types for children aged 7–12, seniors aged 60 and above, full-time National Servicemen (excluding foreign personnel), and overseas students and teachers from qualifying institutions.
Special Exhibition Ticket
A Special Exhibition ticket grants one-time entry to our changing exhibitions and tours, valid for 180 days from the date of purchase.
Concession rates of $5 off apply to all pass types for children aged 7–12, seniors aged 60 and above, full-time National Servicemen (excluding foreign personnel), and overseas students and teachers from qualifying institutions.
Before you visit
Some parts of the Gallery may be cold, so please bring along a jacket just in case.
More information about accessibility and etiquette at the Gallery can be found at Visitor Information.
Experience the best of colour, light and atmosphere
The term “Impressionist” was first applied to artists in 19th century France who used loose, sketchy brushwork to paint moments form everyday life. Controversial when they were first exhibited, works by artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Edgar Degas have now become iconic. Beyond their beauty, Impressionist works captured the beginnings of modernity in ways that still speak to us today.
Develop new perspectives about Impressionism's legacies in Southeast Asia at ARTelier I. Journey through the evolution of Impressionist plein air painting in Vietnam, brought to life through an animated film featuring Vietnamese artist Tô Ngọc Vân and the painters of his generation.
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ARTelier II
ARTelier II invites you to dive into the study of colour and light. Be inspired by Georgette Chen's plein air art practice, presented through her writings and art materials, and capture the shades of colour and light reflections through hands-on sketching.
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ARTelier III
Find out more about Impressionist printmaker Camille Pissarro and explore how Impressionist working practices resonate in printmaking through the case study of Lim Yew Kuan. ARTelier III is a space to discover artists' tools and delve deeper into the influence of Impressionism in Southeast Asia.
Into the Modern highlights the ongoing relevance of Impressionism and its view of modernity. Curatorial texts explore its intersections with changing landscapes, urban life, tourism, and gender. Commissioned essays examine its legacies in Southeast Asia and offer an ecological reading. Full-colour plates of iconic artworks are paired with photographs illustrating 19th-century France’s sociopolitical context.
Exhibition Booklet
Explore the revolutionary world of Impressionism through iconic works by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Claude Monet, Édouard Manet, Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, and more. This guide presents the exhibition’s highlights and essential curatorial texts in a handy format.
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Did You Know?
There was a sweeping renovation of Paris in the 1850s-60s, creating the grand boulevards, cafés, and theatres we know today. Impressionist painters captured this new city life, from lively dance halls to intimate interiors, revealing how modern urban spaces reshaped everyday experience.
Join a guided tour of Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and explore the revolutionary world of Impressionism through iconic works by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Claude Monet, Édouard Manet, Paul Cézanne, and Edgar Degas—never before exhibited in Singapore.
English: Weds–Fri, 11am and 3pm | Mandarin: Thurs and Fri, 2pm
This programme of screenings and associated performances offers a deeper study of the social context and relationships that shaped Impressionism including interactions between artists and their exchanges with the art establishment and collectors of the time — as well as the movement’s affinities with other art practices in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Step into the world of the Impressionists in this immersive watercolour workshop. Experience plein air painting and venture outdoors to capture shifting light, vibrant colours and fleeting atmospheric moments just as Monet, Renoir and their peers once did. Using watercolour, participants will explore its fluid spontaneity, layering, and luminous effects to capture the Impressionist spirit of freedom and discovery.
Step into the world of the Impressionists in this immersive watercolour workshop. Reimagine everyday subjects through still life and discover how Impressionist artists transformed ordinary objects into bold compositions and expressions. Working with watercolour, participants will explore its fluid spontaneity, layering, and luminous effects to capture the Impressionist spirit of freedom and discovery.
15 Feb 2026, 10am – 1pm
City Hall Wing, Level 1, Coleman Street Entrance
Getting Here
Buy your tickets at Visitor Services Counter or ticketing kiosks at Coleman Street.
Take Lift Lobby A to Level 3.
Turn right. Continue straight down the long corridor.
Reach Lift Lobby B
Enter Singtel Special Exhibition Gallery 3 on your left.
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
This exhibition is organized by Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts, where art inspires connections. By sharing exhibitions from one of the world’s most renowned collections, the MFA brings people together all across the globe. We invite you to experience the MFA in Boston, online at mfa.org, and around the world.
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