Overview of our Research and Publications

Singapore Cultural Statistics

The state of the arts and cultural landscape in Singapore

Published annually since 2008, the Singapore Cultural Statistics (SCS) serves as a vital resource for understanding Singapore's arts and cultural landscape through administrative data.

The SCS reports on Singapore's arts and cultural activities, its spaces and its economic contributions.

Cultural Connections

Nurturing thought leadership in the arts, heritage and culture sectors

Launched in 2015, Cultural Connections is published by MCCY’s Culture Academy to nurture thought leadership in cultural work within the public sector.

Published annually, each volume explores a distinct theme, reflecting the shifting priorities and challenges faced by cultural institutions and practitioners today. It brings together the diverse voices of cultural leaders, policymakers, and expert practitioners from around the world and serves as a vital platform to exchange ideas and envision the future of culture in Singapore and beyond.

Culture Bytes

Advancing cultural discourse through data research

Works in the Culture Bytes series aim to deepen understanding of Singapore's cultural sector via the dissemination of culture-specific data reports.

Through these evidence-based approaches, the Culture Bytes aims to exemplify a stronger research approach to culture.