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    ARMY MUSEUM OF SINGAPORE

    Established in 2007, the Army Museum of Singapore takes its visitors on a journey that traces the development of the Singapore army. Honouring the contributions and experiences of Singaporean soldiers in the past and present, the museum allows visitors to learn more about the heritage of the Singapore army while celebrating the contributions of our citizen soldiers.

    THE BATTLEBOX

    The underground bunker, constructed in the late 1930s, was the largest underground military operations complex in Singapore and part of the British Far East Command Headquarters during World War II.

    CHANGI CHAPEL AND MUSEUM

    The newly revamped Changi Chapel and Museum (CCM) features new content and artefacts presented in an intimate and engaging format to tell the story of the prisoners of war and civilians interned in Changi prison camp during the Japanese Occupation.

    CIVIL DEFENCE HERITAGE GALLERY

    The Civil Defence Heritage Gallery traces fire fighting and civil defence developments in Singapore from the late 1800s till modern day, and is intended as a twin vehicle for showcasing the Singapore Civil Defence Force's (SCDF) proud and long history, as well as heightening public awareness of civil defence.

    FORMER FORD FACTORY

    The Former Ford Factory was Ford Motor Company’s first Southeast Asian car assembly plant. Today, it is a prominent historical and architectural landmark, most remembered as the site where the British surrendered Singapore to the Japanese on 15 February 1942.

    FORT SILOSO

    Built in the 1880s as part of a ring of British fortresses guarding the Singapore harbour, Fort Siloso is the sole surviving coastal fort. Over 100 years old, the fort stands as an important window to our colonial past and a poignant reminder of the war years.

    HOME TEAM GALLERY

    The gallery, located within the Home Team Academy, highlights the rich history of Home Team departments and the evolution of the Home Team concept. Visitors will learn about how the various Home Team departments work with other government agencies and the community to keep Singapore safe and secure.

    POLICE HERITAGE CENTRE

    Visitors can expect captivating exhibits and a myriad of multimedia displays that recreate over 180 years of the Singapore Police Force’s (SPF) rich history. Gain a better perspective of the rule of law, the interplay of justice and corrupt-free governance, as well as the importance of trust and rapport between the public and the Police.

    REFLECTIONS AT BUKIT CHANDU

    Set amidst the lush greenery of Bukit Chandu (Opium Hill), Reflections is a World War II interpretative centre developed and managed by the National Archives of Singapore. Past meets present here as visitors unfold Singapore’s place in World War II history.

    SINGAPORE AIR FORCE MUSEUM

    The Air Force Museum captures the spirit and heritage of the RSAF. The first museum was established at Changi Air Base on 1 Sep 1988. Two years later, an expansion programme was initiated to cater to RSAF's growing heritage needs. Subsequently, the museum was relocated to a brand new building in Paya Lebar.

    SINGAPORE NAVY MUSEUM

    Take a trip down memory lane and find out more about what makes the Republic of Singapore Navy a modern and integrated maritime fighting force - the naval platforms it possesses and arsenal that they pack.

    SINGAPORE DISCOVERY CENTRE

    Singapore Discovery Centre (SDC) is Singapore’s state-of-the-art ‘edutainment’ attraction. It features five main galleries equipped with informative demonstrations and brilliant digital-animation communicating the key milestone events that shaped Singapore. Discover our values, places and people – from post-independence to the present day.

    SINGAPORE PRISON SERVICE HERITAGE GALLERY

    The Singapore Prison Service (SPS) Heritage Gallery showcases SPS’ transformation from a custodial to a leading correctional agency and pays tribute to the contributions of earlier generations of Captains of Lives.

    SINGAPORE PRISON SERVICE HERITAGE GALLERY

    The Singapore Prison Service (SPS) Heritage Gallery showcases SPS’ transformation from a custodial to a leading correctional agency and pays tribute to the contributions of earlier generations of Captains of Lives.