South Sulawesi Museum, History museum in Manado City, Indonesia.
The South Sulawesi Museum is a cultural institution in Manado that presents an extensive collection of artifacts from the region. The building contains multiple exhibition rooms where archaeological objects and local heritage are organized for public viewing.
The institution was established in 1967 by the Ministry of Education to document the cultures of North Sulawesi. It opened as a public museum in 1991, making regional history accessible to a wider audience.
The collection includes traditional textiles and ceremonial objects from different ethnic groups of the region, which visitors can observe and study throughout the galleries. These items reflect local craftsmanship traditions and ritual practices that continue in the surrounding communities.
The museum is located in the city center and is accessible by foot or local transport. Visitors should allow adequate time to view the different rooms, as the collection is extensive.
The museum regularly receives new pieces from local communities, keeping the collection active and evolving. This collaboration with residents ensures that contemporary cultural elements reach the displays and the place stays connected to living traditions.
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