MinLaw Takes SGLaw200 to the Community with Heritage Trail, Roving Exhibition and Commemorative Stamps
2 July 2026 Posted in Press releases
1. The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) has announced three new community initiatives – a heritage trail, roving exhibition and commemorative stamps – to commemorate SGLaw200, which marks 200 years since Singapore’s modern judicial and legal system was established via the Second Charter of Justice in 1826. The heritage trail and roving exhibition were developed in collaboration with HeritageSG, and are aimed at deepening public appreciation of the Rule of Law and its role in shaping Singapore’s development and the everyday lives of Singaporeans. The commemorative stamps were launched by MinLaw and SingPost to mark this milestone too by depicting key institutions and milestones in Singapore’s legal history.
2. Mr Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Law and Ministry of Social and Family Development, announced the initiatives at imPAct @ Hong Lim Green on 2 July 2026. A group of tertiary students were given a preview of the guided tour of the heritage trail and received a set of the commemorative stamps to mark the occasion.
3. Together, these initiatives provide different perspectives on how Singapore’s modern legal and judicial system has underpinned the various phases of Singapore’s development, and advanced different aspects of Singaporeans’ welfare. The initiatives will also offer different ways for the public to explore Singapore’s legal heritage through places and stories, and better understand the enduring role of the Rule of Law in the Singapore story.
4. Mr Chua said, “SGLaw200 is more than just a commemoration. It is our opportunity to pause, appreciate and reflect upon just how much the Rule of Law has shaped our progress as a nation. It offers a good window to ask: how did Singapore become a place where people can trust the system, settle disputes peacefully, and build lives with confidence? And how do we keep this trust strong for the next generation? Through these new community initiatives, we hope to bring the story of the Rule of Law in Singapore’s journey to life.”
Heritage Trail: “In Place and Progress: Tracing the Rule of Law through Singapore’s Legal Landmarks”
5. Titled “In Place and Progress: Tracing the Rule of Law through Singapore’s Legal Landmarks”, the heritage trail is the first in Singapore to focus on the country’s legal history and the Rule of Law. It showcases 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.
6. The heritage trail tells the stories behind these landmarks and traces the evolution of Singapore’s legal landscape – from the country’s first courthouse following the Second Charter of Justice, to the modern courts and legal institutions of today. It also highlights how these locations have developed over time in response to changing needs and circumstances, and how Singapore’s commitment to the Rule of Law has shaped the nation’s progress and everyday lives.
7. Members of the public can experience the heritage trail in two ways:
- Guided Walking Tours – Members of the public can join a free guided walking tour covering 9 of the 20 locations. The guided tours will run from 11 July 2026 to December 2026. Registration and more details can be found at https://sglaw200explore.sg.
- Virtual Tour – Members of the public can also explore all 20 locations through an interactive virtual guide at https://sglaw200explore.sg.
Roving Exhibition: “In Practice: The Rule of Law in Our Singapore Story”
8. Titled “In Practice: The Rule of Law in Our Singapore Story”, the exhibition brings Singapore’s story of the Rule of Law to the heart of the community, showcasing how it has shaped the nation’s development and benefitted the everyday lives of Singaporeans in myriad ways.
9. Through thoughtfully curated panels and multimedia displays, visitors 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.
10. The free exhibition will travel to various public locations across Singapore, starting at Harbourfront Library in August 2026. More details will be shared by MinLaw in due course.
Commemorative Stamps: “Justice for All: Upholding the Rule of Law in Singapore”
11. In conjunction with SGLaw200, MinLaw has collaborated with SingPost to launch a set of four commemorative stamps. The stamps trace Singapore’s justice system across four facets – legal institutions, access to justice, alternative dispute resolution, and the future of law. They reflect a justice system that is principled, inclusive, people-centred, and forward looking.
12. The stamps are available for purchase at the Philatelic Counter in the General Post Office, the Philatelic Store @ Tampines, and online at shop.singpost.com, while stocks last.
13. For more information, please refer to:
- Annex A: Factsheet on guided walking tour of heritage trail
Last updated on 2 July 2026