Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.
Created in collaboration with the National Museum of Singapore, Tails from the Coasts: Nature Stories of Singapore debuts at the Australian Museum, sharing a glimpse of this precious and prestigious national collection which showcases natural history, biodiversity and conservation from the Malay Peninsula and Australia.
This exhibition explores the common bonds of biodiversity between Australia and Singapore through 36 exquisite watercolour drawings from the renowned William Farquhar Collection of Natural History Drawings. Each picture showcases the stunning and unique species from the Singapore-Malaya region and uncovers the fascinating stories behind them.
Journey across land, water and air where human-nature connections unfold. Through sayings and beliefs from the Indigenous peoples of Singapore and Malaya to early scientific discoveries and anecdotal human-animal encounters, the watercolours reveal the richness of the natural environment.
In commemoration of the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Australia, Tails from the Coasts is a captivating journey through history, science, art and culture.
Exhibition highlights
Immerse yourself in 36 outstanding works from the William Farquhar Collection of Natural History Drawings, presented as five telling tales in the Tails from the Coasts exhibition.
Tails from the Coasts is presented in partnership with the National Museum of Singapore.
Event Details:
Dates: 10 May – 7 September 2025
Location: Australian Museum