Former Ford Factory

**A Powerful and Educational Historical Site** The Former Ford Factory is a must-visit if you're interested in Singapore’s World War II history. The exhibitions are very well-curated, with detailed information, original artifacts, and multimedia displays that tell the story of the Japanese occupation in a clear and impactful way. The actual boardroom where the British surrendered to the Japanese in 1942 is still preserved — standing in that room gives you goosebumps! It's a great place for students, history lovers, and anyone who wants to better understand Singapore’s past. The staff were helpful and the entrance fee is free for locals and PRs. It’s a quiet and reflective place, surrounded by greenery, with clear signs. Highly recommended for a meaningful afternoon.

This was a factory for Ford Vehicles in 1941. It became the Site of British Surrender on 15 February 1942 (when the British Army surrendered to the Japanese in the factory’s boardroom) and was gazetted as a National Monument in 2006. This museum is small but well maintained and informative. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re interested in World War Two History in Singapore. ** Free admission for locals, $7.13 for foreign visitors ( as of 2025 ). ** Free guided tours (in English) on Saturdays and Sundays (11am and 3.30pm). ** Closed on Mondays

A very quiet but important historical relic where the surrender document was signed during WW 2. The exhibitions are excellent and definitely educational and it is unfortunately that it is a place often overlooked. It was almost empty during a Saturday morning visit.

A well designed, informative museum about the short history of the Japanese occupation of Singapore after the feeble British collapse. The exhibits are housed in the original art deco construct of the former frontage of the factory that was preserved. It is thoughtfully designed and of high quality. If you take your time, it could take about an hour+ to slowly digest all the information. Locals and tourists will find it a stimulating & a sobering reminder of the horrors of war, politics, power & the evil that men do. Lest we forget that there are no winners in war, only losers. A sweet and short lesson in history that's been well put together. Highly recommended. Tickets are free for residents & $7 for tourists. Parking is available onsite but limited to less than 30 lots. The bus stop is nearby, a short 5 min walk. About 10 min walk from the Rail Mall.

The Former Ford Factory is a historically significant museum in Singapore, marking the site of the British surrender to the Japanese in 1942. Its "Surviving the Japanese Occupation: War and its Legacies" exhibition offers a powerful and comprehensive account of this period through diverse perspectives, including recreated scenes, personal stories, and archival materials. It's a poignant and educational experience, highly recommended for understanding Singapore's wartime history. Admission is free for Singapore citizens and PRs; foreign visitors pay S$7.13.

Good: Quite a bit of information about WW2, a lot more detailed than what Singaporeans learned in school. Interactive exhibits. A highlight was to be in the room where the signatures for British surrender of Singapore to Japan. Not great: Not easy to get to by public transport. Verdict: If you're a history buff looking for a little more oomph, the is good. Otherwise, go once just to understand a little more of what happened then.

A nondescript building in the affluent Bukit Timah residential area is this Former Ford Factory: the very place where the British military surrendered Singapore to the Japanese invaders, on 15 Feb 1942 at 6.20pm -- which plunged Singapore into three years and eight months of oppression under the Japanese Occupation. Part of the factory has been restored and you can visit the permanent World War II museum documenting the events leading up to Singapore's fall into Japanese control, during and after the end of the war. A stark reminder to Singaporeans that we must be responsible for our own defence, the reason why we commemorate Total Defence Day every year on the 15th of February.

Located within a 5-10min walk from the newly openly Hume MRT station (DTL), this is easily a good visit to take in some historical knowledge or a visit to remind us of post, during and pre war world II. No ticketing required for Singaporeans and PR, just have to show them some identification such as Singpass or IC. The exhibition is neatly organised from pre/during and post world war II, with archives and summarised description easily understood. Depending on how much time you spend to look on each items/archives, a round look could take anywhere 30 minutes to as much as a few hours. Toilets are also very clean in this facility. In addition, staff behind the counter was very helpful, kind and direct us to the respective exhibits.