Museum Siwa Lima

Museum Siwa Lima is a museum in Nusaniwe situated on a hilltop facing Ambon Bay. The building houses three exhibition halls featuring traditional wedding attire, regional history, and maritime collections including marine objects and transportation artifacts.

The museum was founded in November 1973 and officially opened in March 1977. It was established to preserve thousands of objects documenting the cultural and maritime heritage of the region.

The name combines Siwa, representing nine kingdoms in southern Maluku, and Lima, representing five kingdoms in northern Maluku. This naming reflects the regional political organization that shaped the area.

Plan enough time to explore the three exhibition halls and watch live demonstrations if available. Weekday visits offer better opportunities to see local music performances and traditional crafts being demonstrated.

The maritime section displays three whale skeletons of varying sizes, offering insight into the region's relationship with the sea. These skeletal remains serve as striking visual anchors that draw visitors' attention throughout the halls.

Location: Nusaniwe

Inception: November 8, 1973

GPS coordinates: -3.71350,128.15309

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:08