Who We Are
The Private Museum is a non-profit private museum in Singapore founded by Singaporean philanthropist,
art collector and real estate developer, Daniel Teo, together with his daughter Rachel Teo in 2010. Fuelled by
passionate patronage for the arts, the museum aims to be an alternative platform to bridge the gap
between the private and the public. It supports the exchange of ideas across cultures, educational
initiatives, artistic and curatorial collaborations with collectors and practitioners of the arts.
With a vision to promote art appreciation, the independent arts space engages local, regional and international audiences from all walks of life. The Private Museum is a registered Charity and Institution of a
Public Character (IPC) since 2010 and 2015 respectively.
About The Private Museum
The Private Museum is a non-profit private museum in Singapore founded by Singaporean philanthropist, art collector and real estate developer, Daniel Teo, together with his daughter Rachel Teo in 2010. Fuelled by passionate patronage for the arts, the museum aims to be an alternative platform to bridge the gap between the private and the public. It supports the exchange of ideas across cultures, educational initiatives, artistic and curatorial collaborations with collectors and practitioners of the arts.
With a vision to promote art appreciation, the independent arts space engages local, regional and international audiences from all walks of life. The Private Museum is a registered Charity and Institution of a Public Character (IPC) since 2010 and 2015 respectively.
Mission & Vision
Mission: To serve as an independent platform in bridging gap between public and private spheres through the exchange of ideas across cultures, educational initiatives, artistic and curatorial collaborations.
Vision: To be a leading, dynamic private museum in Southeast Asia and a national model in Singapore that engages, inspires and builds communities through art.
Heritage Timeline
2010
The Private Museum is founded as a charity and non-profit art organisation at 51 Waterloo St.
2012
Official opening of The Private Museum by Ambassador-at-large Professor Tommy Koh, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore.
2015
The Private Museum is recognised as an Institution of a Public Character (IPC).
2018
The Private Museum hosts its inaugural fundraising Gala to commemorate its 8th anniversary.
2020
The Private Museum is inducted into the National Heritage Board’s Museum Roundtable, joining a network of over 50 members comprising public and private museums and heritage galleries.
2023
The Private Museum moves from its previous location at Waterloo Street to the historic and stately Osborne House atop Emily Hill.
Board of Directors
Daniel Teo
Founding Chairman
Rachel Teo
Founding Director
Dana Teo
Director
Claire Teo
Director
Tan Suan Wee
Director
Tan Chuan Yong
Director
Eunice Olsen
Director
Kewee Kho
Director
Meet the Team
Aaron Teo
Associate Director
Lee E Mae
Assistant Manager
Mandel Yap
Assistant Manager
Natalie Ling
Museum Associate
Annual Reports
The Private Museum’s Annual Report covers the period from April through to March the following year, which correlates with our fiscal year. You may view and download copies of our Annual Reports here.