Discover a Wow Wild World from the 26 May till 11 June 2023 as Marina Square celebrates World Environment Day (5th June) and World Ocean Day (8th June) with an educational oceanic wonderland and a plethora of engaging activities.
Step into Marina Square’s Central Atrium this school holiday period and behold the majestic 3D sculptures of endangered ocean animals. Taking centre stage is an awe-inspiring sculpture of a magnificent whale measuring 8 metres long and other life-sized marine animals such as the shark, dolphin, turtle, seal, polar bears, and a waddle of penguins. Made with eco-friendly cardboard, these amazingly intricate cardboard creations bring the sculptures to life. The sustainability installation is a joint project with Singapore Polytechnic, led by Lead Consultant Mr Bartholomew Ting, to showcase endangered animals in a captivating way that draws visitors’ interest.
“Through the 3D display, we hope to capture visitors’ attention on endangered ocean animals, inspire families and children to learn about ocean pollution, how to reduce and recycle discarded waste through fun learning activities during the school holidays,” said Ms Chan Yien Mei, General Manager of Marina Square Shopping Mall.
“At Singapore Polytechnic (SP), our educators prioritise a holistic education for all our learners. This exhibition saw our students using eco-friendly cardboard to bring sculptures of marine animals to life through intricate carvings and the use of texture to replicate their natural ecosystem. It also enabled them to gain an appreciation and a deeper understanding of the global challenges relating to pollution and sustainability. Through thought-provoking and immersive means, we hope to inspire and motivate the larger community to take action and create a sustainable future for ourselves and future generations,” said Mr Bartholomew Ting, Lead Consultant, Library & FabLab, Singapore Polytechnic.
Pledge to Beat Plastic Pollution
Visitors can also join #BeatPlasticPollution, the theme of World Environment Day 2023, by taking a pledge to reduce their environmental footprint and plastic consumption in favour of recyclable goods and waste reduction. The first 700 shoppers who make the pledge by taking a photo at the Pledge Booth will receive a mini whale cardboard DIY sculpture set.
Augmented Reality Experience
Visitors will be fascinated to meet a diverse range of wildlife animals through an immersive 3D augmented reality experience. Centred around a dynamic, ever-changing watering hole, the AR experience will enable adults and kids to meet the wildlife as they graze, drink and interact with the environment around them.
Dive into eco-themed activities
Join our workshops to learn how to use commonly disposed items to recreate usable ones. The little ones can also learn to make ocean-themed craft at the Kids Zone.
Workshops including coaster making, paper carton upcycling and recycling food waste.
Kids Arts & Crafts
26 May – 11 June, 2pm – 6pm (Tue – Sun)
Children can make ocean-themed craft at the Kids Zone and bring home their favourite marine animal. Ocean-themed visuals will be provided to let kids express their creativity through colours and imagination. Each child will receive an eco-themed badge upon completing a colouring sheet.
Gift-with-Purchase – Bamboo Fibre Mug
Marina Square Rewards Members can get their hands on a specially designed wildlife animal- themed mug made with sustainable Bamboo Fibre. Simply spend a minimum of $100 at Marina Square to redeem one bamboo fibre mug at the Customer Service Counter.
Marina Square Retailers Sustainability Programme
Marina Square dedicates a Green Zone to showcase its tenants with sustainability programs. Visitors can learn about the retailers’ green initiatives and special promotions at the exhibition area and view a future sustainable metropolis made entirely out of upcycled cardboard pieces by children from Lily Valley Preschool. The little ones will also stage a mini song performance on protecting the planet and wildlife on 10 June, at 1.30pm.
