Perak Museum, State museum in Taiping, Malaysia

The Perak Museum is housed in a British colonial building featuring multiple exhibition halls with natural history specimens, cultural artifacts, and indigenous crafts. The collections include preserved animals, archaeological findings, and ethnographic objects from various cultures across the region.

The museum was founded in 1883 during British colonial rule and became Malaysia's first museum institution. Multiple rulers of Perak supported its development and contributed to its role as a regional repository of knowledge.

The museum displays traditional textiles, weapons, hunting tools, and ceremonial objects that represent the diverse communities of the Perak region. These collections offer visitors direct insight into the craftsmanship and daily life of local people.

The museum is accessed via Jalan Taming Sari and opens daily, with guided tours available in multiple languages. Visitors should allow plenty of time to explore the various exhibition areas, as the collection is extensive.

The museum houses thousands of objects including rare natural history specimens and archaeological finds that document the region's past. This extensive collection makes it an important resource for understanding local cultures and Malaysia's natural heritage.

• Location: Larut, Matang, and Selama
• Address: Jalan Taming Sari, 34000 Taiping, Perak
• Phone: [phone]
• Website: http://jmm.gov.my
• GPS coordinates: 4.86042,100.74538
• Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:48