Children’s Museum Singapore has just launched a new Money Town exhibition that aims to help kids practise budgeting, saving and spotting scams through play. Children can shop at a pretend supermarket, print play money and search for gold at Money Town: Make It Count! The exhibition opened on 14 November 2026 and is designed mainly for children aged five to nine. It runs until January 2029.
Each child receives a personalised RFID wristband that works as a digital wallet. As they explore, they can earn, save, spend and donate Money Town Dollars, then see how their choices affect what they have left.
Search for gold, shop and spot scams
The exhibition has hands-on zones covering the history of money, budgeting, saving, borrowing and generosity. Here are some of the activities families can try:
Parents and caregivers can pair their wristbands with their children’s to earn bonus digital dollars at selected exhibits. At the end, children receive a take-home receipt and printed badge recording their decisions.
An anti-scam challenge for young visitors
The Back Alley introduces scam awareness through playful challenges that encourage children to question suspicious offers. Other activities explore why some things, such as time, health and treasured belongings, have value beyond their price tags.
Activities for younger children
Children aged 48 months and below have a separate Money Barn playspace focused on counting, sorting, matching, role-play and sensory exploration.
Opening weekend programmes on 14 and 15 November
WonderBot’s Rainbow Market is a drop-in activity available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign language interpretation is provided for Ottie Shares with Those in Need.
