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Lunch like a royal! Visitors can enjoy a regal lunch in the A museum guide explains the symbolism of traditional Ampang Tinggi Palace (prior booking required). royal costumes to a group of visitors.
historical photographs. The first floor is used for special exhibitions.
The Ampang Tinggi Palace was constructed entirely of wood without the use of nails for Yam Tuan Imam, 5th Yamtuan Besar (Sultan) of Negeri Sembilan. Completed
in 1870 at Kuala Pilah,
it was occupied by his descendants until 1953, when it was moved to Seremban. Sent to Britain for exhibition in 1994, it was then painstakingly reassembled at its current location. Visitors may enter the compact (20 x
7 metre) palace to view its unique carved wooden
doors and panels, and even enjoy a traditional lunch there (requires 3-day advance booking).
The Negeri Sembilan House was constructed
by local and traditional Minangkabau architects for a noble family in Sungai Ujong in 1898. It was dismantled and brought
to London for the British Empire Exhibition in 1924.
It was recently relocated and lovingly restored at its present location. As well as its spectacular architecture,
Some exhibits from the porcelain collection. Chinese pottery has been prized in Negeri Sembilan for many centuries.
it is also notable for
its exquisite inlaid wall decorations, which depict verses of the Holy Quran.
The caklempong is a traditional brass gong set. Introduced to Negeri Sembilan by Minangkabau musicians in the 14th Century, it
is played throughout Malaysia, especially on royal occasions.
The museum’s collection includes everyday tools and implements as well as exquisite works of art.