Nei Xue Tang is the 1st museum approved and operated under a special House Museum Scheme set up by the Singapore Authorities. This Scheme basically permits prominent collectors in Singapore to display their private collections in their homes for public viewing. Nei Xue Tang has the support of the Singapore Tourist Promotion Board, Singapore Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and National Heritage Board of Singapore. The prestigious Patron of the Art Award was given by Singapore National Art Council in connection with this Museum.