​​​​ Art of Healing & Heritage: A Self-Guided Journey Through IMH 

Where creativity, compassion, care and history meet.

At the IMH, healing is shaped not only by clinical care, but also by stories, spaces and heritage. This self-guided tour brings together art and history, inviting visitors to experience how creativity and legacy continue to shape mental health care today.
As you journey through the campus, you will encounter sculptures, murals, textiles and patient artworks from the Art on Campus initiative, alongside heritage landmarks such as the Woodbridge Museum, Woodbridge Bell Site and Heritage Garden. Together, these spaces reflect IMH's journey – from its early institutional roots to a recovery-oriented, community-focused approach. Through art and heritage, the tour highlights how expression, memory and place can support connection, dignity and healing.

Duration: ~1.5 hours
Good for: Visitors, caregivers, students, staff, and the public interested in art, health, and heritage.


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​1.      Start anywhere along the trail and follow the digital map.
2.      Learn about the artwork and how IMH supports recovery.
3.      Visit our Woodbridge Museum to trace Singapore's mental-health journey from the 1800s to today's research-driven, community-based care.

Woodbridge Museum ​Opening Hours:
​Mon – Fri           9am – 5pm (Excluding public holidays)​

​​Learn more about our museum here.​​​​​​


1a Settling In
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1b Settled
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1a 1b  Grounding Points: Settled & Settling In
Artist: Han Sai Por · Location: Eco Garden

Twin sculptures symbolising balance and interdependence. Learn how IMH works across healthcare, education, and social sectors to provide the right care at the right level – a national safety net fo​r mental well-being.

Journey Through Time
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2  Journey Through Time: Mental Health Heritage and the Future of Care

Artists: NAFA Team – Dan Wong Zi Jian, Gracia Yeo Qi-En, Melinda Chong Hui Ying, Tey Shi Wei · Location: Block 1, Level 2

A 25-metre digital mural charting Singapore’s evolution in mental-health care—from custodial to recovery-oriented and community-integrated. A panoramic story of progress from stigma to strength.

Sayang Sculpture
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3  Sayang Sculpture

Artist: Brother Joseph McNally (founder, LASALLE College of the Arts) · Location: Main Lobby

One figure supports another who is kneeling and rising: a powerful emblem of compassion and resilience. “Sayang” (Malay for love/care) captures IMH’s spirit of empathy and dedication to patient recovery.

Starry Night Donor Recognition Wall
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4  Starry Night Donor Recognition Wall

Location: Atrium

A Van Gogh–inspired impression celebrating how individual generosity becomes a constellation of collective care – fueling IMH’s healing mission and patient recovery through community compassion.

International Women’s Day Punch Needle Tapestry
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5  International Women’s Day Punch Needle Tapestry

Artists: 100 volunteers with Zonta Club of Singapore · Location: Atrium

A collaborative textile piece symbolising unity and advocacy – raising awareness of mental health and gender-based violence, and the power of shared purpose in recovery.

Sky Full of Dreams
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6  Sky Full of Dreams

Artists: IMH Volunteers RH, CY & TM · Location: The Annex, Level 1

A vibrant chalk work that captures aspiration and teamwork – spotlighting the vital role of staff and volunteers in IMH’s recovery-oriented care model.

Hope After Darkness
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7  Hope After Darkness

Artist: Desmond Chin · Location: The Annex, Level 1

A patient’s visual journey from shadow to light – reminding us that recovery isn’t linear, but possible through compassion, creativity, and connection.


Blooming Together
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Colours of Resilience
Fields of Growth

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8  Collaborative Works by Patients in Mental Health Recovery

Artists: IMH Patients · Location: Block 5, Level 1

Large canvases symbolising transformation and resilience – showcasing how art-based therapy and rehabilitation help rebuild confidence, community, and purpose.

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​  9  ​   ​Woodbridge Museum

Location: Block 1​, Level 2​​​

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Round off your visit with the Woodbridge Museum – an enriching look at Singapore’s mental-health heritage and IMH’s journey towards therapeutic and community-based care. (Visitors are free to visit at any point during the trail.)

Opening Hours:
​Mon – Fri           9am – 5pm (Excluding public holidays)​

​​Learn more about our museum here.​

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​  10  ​   ​Woodbridge Bell

Location: Block 1​, Outside Main Lobby​​​

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This historic artefact from the former Woodbridge Hospital was cast in England in the early 20th century. Once hung in the clock tower, it was rung daily to mark routines and special occasions. Today, it serves as a reminder of IMH’s long history.​



​  11  ​   ​Heritage Garden

Location: Block 1​, behind  Main Lobby​​​

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The Heritage Garden features architectural artefacts salvaged from the former Woodbridge Hospital, including metal gates and ventilation features. Set within a reflective space, these remnants highlight the hospital’s past and the evolution of mental health care towards a recovery-oriented, community-focused approach.



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​​Trail access

​Public areas across the IMH campus.​

​Wayfinding

​Use the digital trail map; QR codes at stops provide deeper context.​

​Etiquette

​Please keep noise low and respect patient privacy.​

​Photography

​IMH has a no-photography/videography policy on campus. For this art trail, visitors may take photos only in non-clinical public spaces, ensuring no one you don’t know appears in the frame. Let’s respect everyone’s privacy at all times.​

​Getting here

​Directions and campus map available here​.​​


  • ​Do I need to book?
    No. It's a self-guided trail. Check the map and come during visiting hours.
  • Is there a recommended route?
    You can start at any stop. The map suggests a loop that typically takes ~1.5 hours.
  • Is the museum part of the trail?
    Yes, it's featured as a key stop exploring Singapore's mental-health history and IMH's evolving role in care.​