Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, Historical museum in Hongkou District, China
The Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum occupies a former synagogue and presents exhibitions about the lives of Jewish refugees during World War II. The rooms hold photographs, personal possessions, and documents that document this period of history.
The building started as a synagogue built in 1927 for the local Jewish community to worship. Between 1937 and 1945, it became a sanctuary where thousands of European refugees fled from persecution and found safety.
The space shows how Jewish refugees and local Shanghai residents lived side by side, sharing the same neighborhood and streets. Visitors can observe traces of this coexistence through the objects and stories displayed here.
The museum sits near the North Sichuan Road metro station, making it easy to reach by public transport. Signage appears in multiple languages, helping visitors navigate and understand the exhibitions.
Over 1000 names of Jewish refugees are engraved on the walls, marking those who found safety here. These name lists make the visit deeply personal, reminding visitors of individual people and their journeys.
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