Aceh Museum

Aceh Museum comprises a traditional wooden building and a modern addition, housing collections of regional artifacts and cultural objects. The displays include crafts, jewelry, weapons, and everyday items spanning different eras.

The institution started as a temporary exhibition pavilion in 1914 before becoming a permanent museum in 1915. It survived the 2004 natural disaster and has continued preserving the region's heritage since then.

The traditional wooden building reflects local construction methods and craftsmanship from the region. Visitors can observe how everyday objects and spaces shaped life here over generations.

The museum is open daily to visitors with informational displays available in multiple languages. Early morning visits offer a quieter experience and better lighting conditions for viewing the collections.

The museum houses the Cakra Donya Bell, a rare bronze artifact from the historical sultanate. This piece remains one of the few surviving examples from its era and continues to attract scholarly research.

Location: Baiturrahman

Inception: August 31, 1915

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Operator: Government

Address: Jl. Sultan Mahmudsyah No.10, Peuniti, Kec. Baiturrahman, Kota Banda Aceh, Aceh 23116

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-16:00

Website: http://museum.acehprov.go.id

GPS coordinates: 5.54858,95.32064

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03