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Civil Defence Heritage Gallery

📍 Museum, Central

★4.6(467 Google reviews)💰FreeđŸ‘ļAll ages

Civil Defence Heritage Gallery at 62 Hill Street combines museum exhibits with Singapore's oldest working fire station. Retired officers lead tours filled with real-life stories, antique fire engines, and hands-on emergency education.

✓ Free admission✓ Retired officer guides✓ Antique fire engines✓ Child-friendly✓ Hidden gem

🏆 Family Action Verdict

"The facilitators - retired officers - will be assigned to be with you to give a memorable and insightful tour as they share real-life and vivid stories." - eetzart. Reviewers describe the gallery as a hidden gem that holds far more history than most locals realise.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Entry is completely free; no booking is required for a general visit
⏰Retired officers accompany groups as guides - allow extra time for their stories
đŸŽŸī¸The gallery combines museum exhibits with an active, functioning fire station
🚗Combine with a visit to nearby Fort Canning Park for a full day in the area

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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467 Google reviews

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Evan Rainey

8 months ago

★★★★★

“I came here to celebrate the contribution of my friend's grandfather, John Angus, who was an important part of the Singapore Fire Brigade's history. I was greeted with warmth and shown around by two kind and friendly managers there. It ended up turning into a 40 minute conversation about duty, values, and the public good. The museum is child friendly and informative, but more importantly I consider it to be a memorial to the sacrifice of those who place the safety of others before their own. Very touching and moving. Long live Singapore, and those who selflessly serve.”

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Jean Seah

11 months ago

★★★★★

“Fascinating exhibits with great detail about our civil defence forces.”

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Yellow Bear

2 years ago

★★★★★

“Free admission. Interesting place for adults and kids to learn about civil defence in Singapore. Those who love antique fire engines etc will love this place. Salute to all fire fighters and life savers from the past, present and future. ** The staff in the gallery were very warm and friendly, especially the man at the entrance. Keep up the good work. 18/09/24.”

đŸ’Ŧ What parents mention

Exceptional guided tours by retired officersRich historical exhibitsEducational and child-friendlyWarm, welcoming staff

Overview

Housed in a heritage fire station on Hill Street, the Civil Defence Heritage Gallery is free to enter and covers the history of Singapore's emergency services through antique fire engines, civil defence exhibits, and an emergency education centre. Retired SCDF officers serve as guides, sharing vivid first-hand accounts that bring the displays to life.

🕐 Opening Hours

Tuesday10:00-17:00
Wednesday10:00-17:00
Thursday10:00-17:00
Friday10:00-17:00
Saturday10:00-17:00
Sunday10:00-17:00

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