The museum, located at 62 Changyang Road, Hongkou District, consists of two parts: the former site of Ohel Moshe Synagogue and the gallery. It is an important component of the“Tilanqiao Historic Area”and serves as a witness commemorating the phase of history when the Jewish refugees lived in Shanghai.

　　1 The former site of Ohel Moshe Synagogue

　　The Ohel Moshe Synagogue is one of the only two synagogues in Shanghai built by Russian Jews where the Jewish refugees gathered for religious rites during the Second World War. In 2004, it was listed among the fourth set of architectural heritage treasures of Shanghai. Mr. Yitzhak Rabin, ex-premier of Israel, commented during his visit to Shanghai,“To the people of Shanghai for unique humanitarian act of saving thousands of Jews during the Second World War, thanks in the name of the government of Israel.”

　　In March 2007, the People’s Government of Hongkou District budgeted more than one million US dollars for a full renovation of the synagogue in accordance with the original architectural drawings found in the city archives. The former site of Ohel Moshe Synagogue has been restored to the same architectural style of when it used as a synagogue in 1928, In addition, the interior structures have also been adjusted according to the drawings. The duplication of the architectural drawings is shown on the first floor. A sign-in machine, a database of the Jewish refugees and video programs are available on the third floor with frequent temporary exhibits.

　　2 The Gallery

　　The gallery was completed at the end of 2007. Over 100 photos are displayed and a multi-screen display system is the first of its kind to be used in Shanghai. The short film about the refugees living in Shanghai accompanied by oil painting and sculptures make that phase of history come alive. In addition, duplication of a refugee’s passport, the Shanghai Jewish Chronicle, and a large stone tablet engraved with Rabin’s inscription are also on display. The joint efforts of historians and artists makes visitors linger on without any thought of leaving.