Jurong Town Hall, Office building in Jurong East, Singapore
Jurong Town Hall is a five-story building with an elongated design made up of two connected blocks of different lengths and a 58-meter clock tower at its center. The structure houses multiple trade associations, meeting rooms, a theatrette, and shared facilities for various users.
The building was constructed between 1971 and 1974 and served as the headquarters of Jurong Town Corporation until 2000. During this period, it played a key role in managing and coordinating Singapore's industrial development.
The building symbolizes Singapore's transformation from a developing nation to an industrial power during the 1970s. Its architecture reflects the confidence and modernization spirit of that era and continues to shape the character of Jurong East today.
The building is located on Jurong Town Hall Road and is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors should note that not all areas are freely open to the public, as parts of the building are still used by various organizations.
The building was declared Singapore's 69th National Monument in 2015, recognized as significant to the nation's industrial heritage. This honor underscores its importance as a physical reminder of a crucial chapter in Singapore's development.
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