Perak Museum is a museum in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia.
The Perak Museum, established in 1883, stands as Malaysia's oldest museum, situated at the intersection of Jalan Muzium and Jalan Taming Sari in Taiping, Perak. This institution offers a comprehensive exploration of the region's rich history and cultural heritage. Visitors can engage with diverse exhibits encompassing ethnography, zoology, botany, and geology, reflecting the museum's origins under its first curator, Leonard Wray Jr.Â
A particularly popular activity at the museum is exploring the extensive collection of artifacts that provide insights into Malaysia's natural history and cultural diversity. The museum's galleries showcase traditional crafts, indigenous tools, and an array of specimens that narrate the story of the nation's past. This immersive experience offers visitors a tangible connection to Malaysia's heritage, making it a favored destination for both tourists and locals.
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Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 12:15 PM
2:45 PM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Price
Free entrance
Transport
Parking
Visitors can utilize the Park@Perak mobile application to pay for parking conveniently throughout Perak, including areas near the museum.
Malaysia's oldest museum, established in 1883.
Diverse exhibits in ethnography, zoology, botany, and geology.
Extensive collection of traditional crafts and indigenous tools.
Insightful displays on Malaysia's natural history.
Located in the historic town of Taiping, Perak.
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It is renowned as Malaysia's oldest museum, featuring diverse exhibits in ethnography, zoology, botany, and geology.
No, admission is free for all visitors.
Parking payments can be made using the Park@Perak mobile application.
Nearby attractions include Taiping Lake Gardens, Zoo Taiping & Night Safari, and Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill).
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