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ETHNOLOGY MUSEUM (SARAWAK MUSEUM) (See page 140)
ISLAMIC MUSEUM
Jalan P. Ramlee
This former Teacher Training College, built in 1930, comprises seven galleries set around a central courtyard garden, each
with a different theme. It showcases the rich heritage and culture of the Muslim community in Sarawak and throughout the Malay- Indonesian archipelago.
T (082) 244 378
Open: Daily, 9am~4.30pm Closed: During Public Holidays
KUCHING CITY SOUTH COUNCIL (MBKS) PICTORIAL GALLERY Ground Floor, Kuching South City Hall
The gallery houses an interesting collection of photos and artefacts that trace Kuching’s history from the Colonial period to the present day.
T (082) 354 200
Open: Mon-Fri, 8.30am~5pm Closed: During Weekends
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
(SARAWAK MUSEUM) (See page 140)
SABATI WOMEN’S MUSEUM
Block E, Sarawak Tourism Complex, Old Court House, Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg This small museum showcases the contribution that the women of Sarawak have made to the growth and development of the State.
T (082) 244 232
(c/o Sarawak Museum)
SARAWAK CULTURAL VILLAGE
An award-winning Skansen- style living museum at Damai Beach, Kuching, presenting the peoples and
cultures of Sarawak.
(See page 134)
SARAWAK MUSEUM - MAIN BUILDING
Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg Opened in 1891, the world- famous Sarawak Museum
is designed in the style of
a Normandy town-house
and houses an exceptional ethnographic collection, some good natural history displays and a section on
the oil industry in Sarawak. The exhibition of traditional wood-carvings on the first floor is magnificent. Adjacent buildings are currently being converted to an Art Museum and Natural History Museum, and the Main Museum will
be exclusively an Ethnology Museum.
(See page 140)
SARAWAK STATE LIBRARY
(See page 136)
TEXTILE MUSEUM
Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, Opposite Main Post Office Housed in the historic Pavilion Building, this museum showcases Sarawak’s fascinating traditional textiles, including superb examples of Iban
pua kumbu and Malay kain songket, and also documents how traditional fabrics and dyes are made.
T (082) 246 194
Open: Daily, 9am~4.30pm Closed: During Public Holidays
TIMBER MUSEUM
Wisma Sumber Alam,
Jalan Stadium, Petra Jaya Exhibits include forestry, traditional wood items, forest products and the development of the timber industry in Sarawak.
T (082) 443 477
Open: Mon-Fri, 8.30am~5pm Closed: During Weekends & Public Holidays
TIMBER PRODUCTS, BAMBOO AND FOREST
BIOLOGY MUSEUMS
Sama Jaya Nature Reserve, Kuching
These three mini-museums are part of the Sama Jaya Nature Reserve, Kuching and showcase the timber producing trees found in the State; the various bamboo species and artefacts
made from bamboo; and selected plant, animal and fungi species found in the rainforest. Viewing is by appointment.
T (082) 365 194
Closed: During Public Holidays
Open: Daily, 8am~5pm Office: Sarawak Forestry
T (082) 610 088
Toll free line: 1 800 88 2526
SIBU DIVISION
LAU KING HOWE HOSPITAL MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Jalan Lau King Howe
This museum traces the history of medical care in Sarawak and around the world, as well as showcasing the life of philanthropist Lau King Howe.
T (084) 350 080
Open: Tue-Sun, 9am~5pm Closed: Monday & Public Holidays
SIBU HERITAGE CENTRE
Jalan Central
This small museum houses a fine collection of antiques, artefacts and photos, cultural exhibits of the various ethnic groups of the
This splendid “tree of life” mural depicting the origins of humankind in Borneo can be viewed on the first floor of the Sarawak Museum main building.