Labuan Museum, Colonial era museum in Labuan, Malaysia
Labuan Museum is a two-floor colonial building situated in the town center, displaying exhibits that tell the story of the region's past and people. The collections feature artifacts, traditional garments, musical instruments, historical photographs, and archaeological finds spread across both levels.
Built in the 1950s, the structure served as the British North Borneo government office before being repurposed as the Labuan district office after 1963. It was later converted into a museum to preserve local heritage.
The upper level displays the traditions and daily life of six different communities: Brunei-Malays, Kedayan, Chinese, Kadazandusun, Indians, and Sikhs each have their own dedicated section. Visitors can see traditional clothing, musical instruments, and personal objects that reflect how these groups share the island.
The museum sits along Jalan Dewan facing Dataran Merdeka and is easy to find in the town center. Plan to spend about two hours here to comfortably view all the exhibits and read the information panels.
The ground floor holds a Neolithic stone quern discovered on Burong Island, along with weapons from the Second World War. These objects reveal how ancient human settlement on the island is and the role the place played during wartime.
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