Formerly the St Joseph's Institution – a Catholic boys' school – SAM now sings the praises of contemporary Southeast Asian art. Themed exhibitions include works from the museum's permanent collection as well as those from private collections, from painting and sculpture to video art and site-specific installations. Free, 45-minute guided tours of the museum are conducted in English two to three times daily; check the website for times.
Round the corner from the museum is its younger sibling, 8Q , named after its address and free with your SAM ticket. Snoop around four floors of contemporary art, taking in quirky installations, video art and mixed-media statements.
