2022 marks the 80th anniversary of Singapore’s fall during the Japanese invasion in World War Two. To commemorate that, the National Museum of Singapore is putting on a new exhibition that goes beyond the usual World War Two narratives. Titled Dislocations: Memory and Meaning of the Fall of Singapore, 1942, the exhibition presents multiple perspectives from not just frontline soldiers but also civilians and healthcare workers. 

It also showcases a more full picture of this historic event, covering events in the lead-up to the war including defence preparations, the subsequent battle, the Fall of Singapore, and its aftermath. It will also feature the largest display of over 200 personal artefacts from the Sook Ching burial site at Jalan Puay Poon.

But it’s not all historical artefacts – the exhibition will also be utilising augmented reality and games to present different aspects and strategies taken during the war. Read up more details about the show here.

On now till May 29, at National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd

Fans of the popular Uniqlo U range designed by artistic director Christophe Lemaire will want to head down to the brand’s Orchard Central flagship this weekend, where the new Spring/Summer 2022 collection will be launched. Designed with the intention of capturing “the lightness of spring”, Lemaire keeps it simple and pared back this season with a range of breezy separates in warm shades of olive and sand, with soothing accents of “taro purple”.

As always, popular pieces are gently tweaked and updated from season to season – SS’22 sees staples like T-shirts and dresses re-made in Uniqlo’s signature Airism cotton and jersey – perfect for the recent blistering weather, and a key accessory to snag is the fold-over drawstring shoulder bag. Check out the full range here.

From February 4, at Uniqlo stores and online 

If the recent Lunar New Year festivities have left you exhausted, how about some forest bathing?

Artist Robert Zhao launched The Forest Institute during Singapore Art Week and it’s a large-scale architectural art installation co-created with fellow artist Randy Chan and curator John Tung that is perched atop a covered walkway in Gillman Barracks.

Directly overlooking the secondary forest that surrounds Gillman Barracks (Zhao has long been fascinated with this forest’s history and flora and fauna), the installation includes a platform where you can listen to the sounds of the creek running through the forest, as well as a “Forest Observation Room” where you can stay overnight.

It comes equipped with enough provisions for four occupants (two adults and two children) for an up-close study of the forest’s nocturnal inhabitants. Additionally, you can also book a slot (pre-registration required) for a guided walk into the forest with Zhao himself, where you can learn more about ecology, botany and history.

Find out more here.

On now till February 14, at 7 Lock Road, Gillman Barracks