This year, the Singapore Ministry of Law commemorates SGLaw200, marking 200 years of Singapore's modern judicial and legal system.
Join us in celebrating this milestone by exploring the key events, institutions, and landmarks that have shaped Singapore’s legal system over 200 years and learn about the significance of the Rule of Law in the nation's journey.
In Practice: The Rule of Law in Our Singapore Story
by Singapore Ministry of Law in collaboration with HeritageSG
18 – 31 August 2026
11:00 – 21:00
Harbourfront Library
To commemorate SGLaw200, the Ministry of Law has curated an exhibition to showcase how the Rule of Law has shaped Singapore's development and benefitted the everyday lives of Singaporeans.
Visitors to the exhibition can trace the beginnings of Singapore's modern judicial and legal system, and learn how the Rule of Law has, among other things, driven economic progress, maintained racial and religious harmony, and provided a strong foundation for the development of key social policies.
The exhibition also explores why championing a rules-based world order matters to Singapore, and how the Rule of Law must continue to evolve to meet new challenges and emerging needs.
by Singapore Ministry of Law in collaboration with HeritageSG
26 August 2026
10:00hrs - 12:00hrs 15:00hrs - 17:00hrs
National Gallery Singapore
To commemorate SGLaw200, the Ministry of Law has curated a heritage trail to showcase 20 locations with significance to the Rule of Law in Singapore, including the former Supreme Court building (currently the National Gallery Singapore), Old Parliament House (currently The Arts House), and Hong Lim Park.
Embark on a guided tour of the heritage trail which covers 9 significant locations. Discover the stories behind these locations and how the Rule of Law has shaped Singapore's progress and the everyday lives of its people.
Click here to register for the tours on 26 August 2026.