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Former Tao Nan School
The former Hokkien community school on Armenian Street now houses the Peranakan Museum, pairing a historic school facade with a museum visit.
Why go
Tao Nan School's shift from Hokkien instruction toward Mandarin and other subjects reflects changes in education and community life. Look at the symmetrical facade, columns and balconies on Armenian Street before going into the Peranakan Museum, which occupies the former classrooms.
What to look for
Fluted columns and a symmetrical facade recall the 1912 school building.
Tropical balconies temper the classical design.
Former classrooms now serve as museum galleries.
Useful to know
Treat the building and Peranakan Museum as one visit; there is no separate school interior tour.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
