Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Catholic cathedral in Museum Planning Area, Singapore
The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd is a Catholic church in the Museum Planning Area with neoclassical architecture that faces east and follows a Latin cross layout. The structure stands out for its distinctive bell tower and prominent columned porticos that define its formal appearance.
The building opened in 1847 after Queen Marie-Amélie of France and the Archbishop of Manila provided financial support for its construction. This external backing reflects Singapore's early religious and diplomatic connections during its colonial period.
The building's name appears across multiple languages—Katedral Gembala Baik in Malay and 善牧主教座堂 in Chinese—reflecting how different communities in Singapore refer to it. This linguistic variety shows the way various groups have made the place part of their own cultural landscape.
The site is easy to reach on foot, located centrally with good connections to the surrounding downtown area. Visitors should come during daytime hours when the church is more open for viewing, and wear respectful clothing since it remains an active place of worship.
A time capsule discovered under the foundation stone in 2016 held prayer booklets, newspapers, and coins from countries around the world from Singapore's founding era. These objects offer a window into everyday life and global connections during those early years.
Location: Museum Planning Area
Inception: June 6, 1847
Architects: Denis McSwiney
Email: cathedral@catholic.org.sg
Website: https://cathedral.catholic.sg
GPS coordinates: 1.29596,103.85131
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21
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