Preserving objects, connecting histories with care
Private Sikh heritage collection in Singapore
Something that started as a hobby in 1994, has grown into a sizeable collection in last few decades. We have catalogued coins, maps, medals, books, and prints, supporting research and loans with ethical standards, careful provenance, and clear, accessible notes.
Gurdita Collection
We are a private, non-commercial Sikh heritage archive in Singapore. Since 1994, we have cared for and studied more than two hundred artefacts across numismatics, philately, military memorabilia, art and print, maps, books, and Gurbani. Our purpose is preservation, research, and public education. We welcome exhibition loans, support researchers and artists, and offer in-person viewings by appointment.
Provenance, lawful acquisition, and careful handling guide everything we do. Images remain responsibly shared. No high-res downloads. Accessibility matters: clear notes, descriptive alt text, and credit for collaborators. With patience and rigour, Gurdita Collection helps connect stories across Sikh and Punjabi history.
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Find what you need quickly. Our menu connects you to our mission, holdings, learning resources, exhibition details, support options, limited sales, enquiries, and image guidance for exploration, research, and collaboration.
Our Approach to Stewardship
We are an evidence-led, community-minded archive. Decades of hands-on collecting since 1994 underpin our cataloguing, conservation, and provenance checks. We prioritise lawful acquisition and respect for culturally sensitive materials. Researchers receive free guidance and low-resolution reference images with clear credit lines. Loans follow museum-grade environmental, security, and courier standards, with nail-to-nail insurance.
Accessibility shapes our publishing: plain-language notes, descriptive alt text, and bilingual rollouts. We work from Singapore, with availability by request and appointments for vetted viewings. We collaborate, cite accurately, and protect privacy and ensure transparency. Our Shop remains limited, keeping education and research at the centre.
Photo Gallery
Explore photographs from our displays. We present installation views, object details, and labels to show context and care. Use this gallery to study materials, inscriptions, and design across the collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers about research access, artifact loans, volunteering, donations, and image use. We explain eligibility and timelines so you can plan requests confidently and benefit from our Singapore collection.
What is the Gurdita Collection?
We are a private, non-commercial Sikh and Punjabi heritage collection in Singapore. Our aim is preservation, research, and public education. We maintain an online archive and facilitate research assistance, vetted in-person viewings, artefact loans for exhibitions, a volunteer programme, and a small Shop that does not define our mission.
Are you a museum or charity?
We are not a museum, charity, or non-profit. We are a privately held collection operated in Singapore as a sole proprietorship. We focus on scholarship, responsible stewardship, and collaboration with institutions and researchers.
How can we contact your team?
Use the contact form or email on our site. We do not publish a phone number or messaging links. This keeps communication organised and ensures we can track research and loan requests properly.
Send Your Request
Use this form to request research support, loan availability, volunteering, donations, partnerships, or appointments in Singapore. Include purpose and deadline. We answer weekdays and reply within two business days, typically.