Changi Prison Chapel and Museum, East Coast, Singapore Singapore

As a monument to the detainees who died during the Second World War, Changi Prison Chapel and Museum showcases a heart-rending assortment of paintings, letters, drawings and photographs that depict the pain and torment of civilians and soldiers through their ailments, hunger, humiliation and loss of freedom. One of its most poignant displays is the ‘Changi Murals’ that include a series of paintings based on Biblical themes by Stanley Warren – a British airman that was held at the Changi Prison. These murals were finished using limited materials and served as a gripping source to fortify the bleak spirits of the prison chapel.

Most of the museum’s exhibits were donated by former prisoners of war and their families, such as William Haxworth’s paintings and sketches, which in turn provide a deep insight into the prisoners’ daily life during the Japanese occupation. Another highlight of the museum is the video shows in the form of ‘Changi Through the Eyes of Hazworth’ and ‘Elizabeth Choy.’ Further, the museum is home to a rare collection of literary works that throws light on the stark realities of life during WWII. Above all, the chapel, housed within in the patio, conducts services every Sunday from 17:30 to 19:00.