This book features 60 key artefacts, complemented by over 100 supplementary pieces, that trace Singapore’s journey from colony to modern nation. Created for SG60, it highlights milestones in diplomacy, governance, social reform, and economic change, with each artefact offering unique insights into the nation’s resilience and creativity. More than just a historical record, it is written for history enthusiasts, educators, students, collectors, and anyone interested in Singapore’s heritage — an invitation to rediscover the nation through the objects that have shaped its identity and legacy.