Docent Training

Become A Volunteer

Keen to volunteer as a guide with the Changi Chapel and Museum? Friends of the Museums (FOM) is now accepting applications for docent training for 2024-25! Apply at the links below for English or Japanese docent training. Learn and uncover the stories of the prisoners of war and civilians who interned in Changi prison camp during the Japanese Occupation, and share your passion for history with visitors.

English Docent Training
Japanese Docent Training

Who is Friends of the Museums?

Friends of the Museums (FOM) is a volunteer, non-profit society that complements the efforts of the National Heritage Board (NHB) in bringing the knowledge of Asian history, culture and art to the community. FOM achieves this by providing guiding services and other forms of partnership to 9 of Singapore's museums and heritage institutions.

Founded in 1978, FOM presently has nearly 1,500 members, from over 50 countries. It is also an associate member of the prestigious World Federation of the Friends of Museums.