Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie - CHAGEE First Exhibition at Asian Civilisations Museum

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Jan 16, 2026

Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie

A first-of-its-kind, multi-sensory tea showcase celebrating tea as a deeply human ritual

About the Exhibition
Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie is a multi-sensory tea showcase at the Asian Civilisations Museum, presented in collaboration with CHAGEE and the Singapore Tourism Board. Running from 28 January to 7 June 2026, the exhibition explores tea as a deeply human ritual shaped by centuries of craftsmanship, stories, and practices, while continuing to evolve through modern creativity.

What to Expect
Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie invites to re-experience tea beyond taste and smell, engaging the senses of sight, sound, touch, and contemplation. The exhibition unfolds as a progressive journey featuring historic collections, contemporary interpretations, and new artistic commissions by local creatives. Expect sculptural installations inspired by tea leaves, immersive soundscapes, fragrance-led experiences, and tactile explorations of tea-making tools — all designed to encourage stillness, reflection, and mindfulness.

Historic tea wares, presented alongside contemporary CHAGEE cups and nature-inspired communal spaces, highlight tea not just as a cultural artefact, but as a living practice that continues to connect people across cultures and time.

Engage all your senses: Sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste are all part of this immersive experience.

Explore tea as a living practice: Discover historic tea wares alongside contemporary interpretations by CHAGEE and local artists.

Mindfulness and reflection: Sculptural installations, immersive soundscapes, and tactile tea-making tools encourage stillness and contemplation.

Connect with culture: Learn about centuries of tea craftsmanship and its role in connecting people across time and geography.

CHAGEE Pop-up & Exclusive Plush Charm
Extend your experience beyond the museum with the CHAGEE pop-up along the Singapore River, where you can enjoy a full selection of beverages and merchandise previously only available in China. A special highlight: the limited-edition plush charms inspired by ancient tea routes and Singapore’s cultural identity.

Exclusive light blue plush charm: Only available to exhibition ticket holders

Light brown plush charm: Available for all walk-in customers

Event Details

📅 Dates: 28 January - 7 June 2026
🕑 Opening Hours:

Monday-Thursday,Saturday-Sunday: 10:00–19:00(Latest entry time:18:30)

Friday: 10:00–21:00(Latest entry time:20:30)

📍 Location: 1 Empress Pl, Singapore 179555 (Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore)
🎟 Tickets
Adult (Singapore Resident): S$12
Adult (Non-Singapore Resident): S$25
Senior (Non-Singapore Resident): S$20

*Tickets are part of the Asian Civilisations Museum All Access Ticket, which includes admission to all exhibitions on the same day, such as Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie and Let’s Play.