Join us for a day of marine conservation action at Singapore Maritime Gallery! From upcycling workshops transforming beach waste into everyday items, to engaging performances by Young Nautilus and Far Eastern Kindergarten, discover how we can protect our marine environment together. Visit interactive booths by WWF Singapore, NUS College, Friends of Marine Park, and Green Nudge to learn about marine conservation initiatives. Hear from marine biologist Sam Shu Qin about Singapore's marine ecosystem and plastic pollution challenges.
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- Date: Saturday, 13 September 2025
- Time: 10am - 5pm
- Venue: Singapore Maritime Gallery, Level 2, Marina South Pier. 31 Marina Coastal Drive, Singapore 018988
- Admission: Free
Event Highlights:
Recycling Workshop - 10am to 5pm
The workshop stems from a collaborative beach clean-up with port partners PSA and Jurong Port on 11 Sept, where collected marine litter will be repurposed through innovative recycling methods. Join Green Nudge as they guide you in transforming marine plastic into practical everyday items including key chains, rulers, coasters, and carabiners. Experience firsthand how marine waste can be given new life and learn about sustainable solutions for ocean conservation.
Expert Talk - 2pm to 3pm
Meet marine biologist Sam Shu Qin, co-founder of Our Singapore Reefs and Our Blue Spaces, as she shares insights about Singapore's marine ecosystem and the impact of plastic pollution.
Special Performances - 11am & 3pm
- 11am - "Young Intertidal Explorer" Skit by Young Nautilus
- 3pm - "Ocean Warriors" Skit by Far Eastern Kindergarten students
- 4pm - "Bubble Bubble Coral Trouble" Storytelling by NUS College
Gallery after Dark - 6pm to 9pm
Join us for an exclusive evening at the Singapore Maritime Gallery featuring two captivating episodes from OceanX's acclaimed documentary series:
Featured Screenings:
- Episode 2: "Giants of the Deep"
In the Azores, the team follows the elusive sperm whales to its hunting grounds a mile beneath the surface, where they discover the secret lives of these seep-diving whales. State-of-the-art camera systems and the Oceanxplorer's submersibles explore this world of eternal darkness, capturing the whale's main prey - an enormous squid, never filmed before in these Atlantic waters.
- Episode 4: "Hammerhead Highway"
The team is in the crystal-clear waters of Bimini in the Bahamas to witness the incredible journey of the great hammerhead shark, As the team follows their return migration to these warm waters int he winter, they discover the secrets of how they navigate the vast ocean and how they use their incredible senses to exploit riches hidden in the shallows.
Programme Highlights:
- Documentary screenings exploring marine conservation and ocean wildlife
- Post-screening dialogue with OceanX staff
- Light refreshments provided
What to Bring:
- Your own food/snacks: Feel free to bring along your favourite treats to enjoy during the screening. Please ensure food items will not spill, stain, or damage the gallery floor.
- Your own container and utensils: We'll be providing some light snacks, so please bring your own reusable container and utensils to enjoy these refreshments.
- Your own camping chairs: You will be seated on the floor for the movie screening. Please bring along your own camping chairs if you would prefer more comfortable seating.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, 13 September 2025
Registration: From 6:00 PM
Screening: 6:30PM
Venue: Singapore Maritime GalleryLevel 2, Marina South Pier, 31 Marina Coastal Drive, Singapore 018988
Admission: FREE Admission
Gallery after Dark: Documentary Movie Night is organised by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and WWF-Singapore as part of "Turning the Tides on Trash: Making Waves for Clean Seas" and "Seas the Day" events.
Documentary screening made possible through WWF-Singapore's partnership with OceanX