Penang State Museum and Art Gallery, State heritage museum in George Town, Malaysia

The Penang State Museum and Art Gallery occupies the former Penang Free School building on Farquhar Street in George Town. The two-storey colonial structure, later used by Hutchings School until 1960, now holds galleries of historical objects, traditional clothing, old photographs and artworks. A neighbouring plot, vacant since a World War II bombing, is earmarked for a new building.

The institution was founded in the 1820s, making it one of the oldest of its kind in the region. During the 20th century it moved to its current building, which had originally been constructed for use as a school.

The museum sits in the heart of George Town and displays objects from the Chinese, Malay, Indian, and European communities that shaped the city over time. Walking through the galleries, visitors can compare everyday objects, garments, and ceremonial items from each of these groups side by side.

The museum is centrally located in George Town and can be reached on foot from many of the main sites in the old city. Comfortable shoes are a good idea since the galleries cover several floors.

The museum opened on 14 April 1965, inaugurated by Raja Uda Raja Muhammad, then Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Penang. The plot next to the building has stood empty since it was bombed in World War II; a new building is planned there.