National Automobile Museum

The National Automobile Museum was a project inspired by Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia’s 4^th Prime Minister, to showcase the historical development of the transportation system and the national automotive industry as well as the country’s success in its venture into this industry. This two-storey museum, located at the Sepang International Circuit Welcome Centre was opened to the public in March 2004.

Gallery

The exhibition area on the first floor starts with an introduction to the National Automobile Museum as well as the history of the development of Malaysia’s transportation system, followed by two segments, namely the Sepang International Circuit segments and the Classic and Vintage segment. The former showcases the development and the growth of the Sepang International Circuit, the brainchild of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. The Classic and Vintage segment display a collection of cars, 25 to more than 50 years old, which were previously used in this country and have their own unique history.

The 2^nd floor exhibition area is divided into five segments, comprising a display of the national automotive industry which enabling visitors to learn and explore in depth the contributions made by five local companies, namely DRB-Hicom, Proton, Bufori, Modenas and Perodua in leading, developing and promoting this industry.

Collections

The National Automobile Museum displays as many as 22 classic and local models. The models displayed include a collection of six classic and vintage cars, namely the MGTD, Alvis Tourer, Jaguar D-Type, Austin Healy 3000, Ford Speedster and Brushmobile. These models are among the oldest models and one of six found in the world. Among the local and international models on display are Proton, Perodua, DRB-Hicom, Modenas and Bufori.

Facilities

Guided Tours

Mini Library

Washroom

How To Get There

The National Automobile Museum is located approximately 85 km from Kuala Lumpur city centre and is connected with the Middle Ring Road of the North-South Highway (Elite), PLUS Highway, and several other highways as well as the Express Railway link (ERL) route. Taxis and busses heading to the Sepang International circuit can be boarded at the KL Sentral Station or KLIA Sepang.

Nearby Attractions

- Sepang International Circuit

- Kuala Lumpur International Airport

- Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT – now KLIA2)

- Nilai 3 Commercial Centre

- Grilled Fish Centre, Bagan Lalang, Sepang.

- Sepang Gold Coast.

General Information

FREE ENTRANCE

Visiting Hours

9:00 am – 6:00 pm daily

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha

Address

National Automobile Museum,

International Sepang Circuit,

Jalan Pekeliling, 64000 KLIA,

Selangor Darul Ehsan.

Tel. : 03 – 8787 1499 / 4759

Fax. : 03 – 8787 3732

http://www.jmm.gov.my/ms/museum/muzium-automobile-nasional

Royal Museum, Kuala Lumpur

The Royal Museum, housed at the former National Palace, Jalan Istana, Kuala Lumpur, was the residence of His Majesty and the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Her Majesty the Raja Permaisuri Agong from 1957 to 2011. The building was then converted to the Royal Museum, which has been open to the public since February 2013. The Royal Museum aims to uphold the Constitutional Monarchy in Malaysia by disseminating knowledge about the role of the institutions of the building itself.

Gallery

The Old National Palace building complex consists of two blocks, namely;

The Balairung Seri Gallery – was built in the 1980s and was used for the official ceremonies of his Majesty, the Raja Permaisuri Agong.

The Royal Mesuem is located approximately 5 kilometers from KL Sentral, via routes heading along Jalan Istana to Jalan Petaling. Visitors can board a taxi or use their own transport following the road signs.

Collections

The Royal Throne

Was fashioned from cengal wood without the use of nails. The steps signify the elevation the elevated that the Throne commands where as the row of five pillars symbolizes the Rukun Negara (The National Principles).

The Dinner Service

The royal dinner service has its own monogrammed cutlery, customized with the seal of the Royal Coat-of-Arms engraved on each piece.

The Royal Coat-of-Arms

Symbolizes the Constitutional Monarchy of Malaysia. The Coat-of-Arms is placed in the center flanked by two sheaves of paddy representing abundance and prosperity.

Ticket Price

Category                                                    Ticket Price

Adult (local citizens / MyCard)                    RM   5.00

Adult (Foreign Tourists).                              RM 10.00

Children (6-12 years).                                   RM   2.00

(Local / MyKid)

Student                                                         RM     3.00

(without uniform 13-17 years old)

Children                                                        RM   5.00

(Foreign tourist 6-12 years old)

Senior Citizens / Disabled                            RM      3.00

Children below 5                                                FREE

Visiting Hours

9:00 am – 5 pm daily

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha

Address

Royal Museum,

Jalan Istana,

50460 Kuala Lumpur

Tel. : 603 – 2272 1896

Fax  : 603 – 2272 1907

http://www.jmm.gov.my/en/museum/muzium-diraja

Chimney Museum, Labuan (Borneo)

Chimney Museum is a site museum which was erected above a former coal mine at Tanjung Kubong. This museum was established to preserve and disseminate knowledge on the history of coal mining in Labuan, particularly in the area of Tanjung Kubong and around Labuan in the years 1847 to 1911. There is also an on-site mysterious and historic monument known as the Chimney Tower, which was built during the coal mining heyday although the exact date of its construction remains uncertain. The Chimney Museum was officially opened on October 26, 2002.

Collections

The Chimney Museum displays a collection of 612 historical artifacts unearthed during conservation works and archaeological excavations at the Chimney site. These include the original bricks at Chimney; various types of coal mining equipment and items left behind by the miners as well as various archaeological findings unearthed in the vicinity of Tanjung Kubong. Also on display are the remaining structure of a train, which was used to transport coal and different types of coal found around Tanjung Kubong area.

Gallery

The exhibition was presented according to historical chronology and events with related artifacts for the visitors’ better understanding. The visitors can also explore a taste of atmosphere inside a coal mining tunnel through a special diorama. The exhibition’s segments are divided into; Tanjung Kubong’s early history; the history of coal mining and the Labuan Railway; the history of Chimney; Chimney through the centuries; conservation works and archaeological excavations at the Chimney site.

How to Get There

By taxi or public bus no. 6 from the town center, by car take the road from the town center heading towards Jalan Tun Mustapha and then onto Jalan Lubok Temiang. The Chimney Museum is approximately 3 km from the village of Lubok Temiang, located on Tanjung Kubong road.

Facilities

- Parking

- Prayer room

- Washroom

- Bus stop

- Guided tours (upon request)

Nearby Attractions

- Tanjung Aru Fishing Village

- Labuan Bird Park

- Tunnel sites of former coal mine

- Beaches such as Batu Manikar Beach, Pohon Batu Beach and Pancur Hitam Beach.

General Information

FREE ENTRANCE

Visiting Hours

8:30 am – 5:00 pm daily

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha

Address

Chimney Museum,

Kg. Lubok Temiang,

Jalan Tanjung Purun,

87008 Wilayah Persekutuan Labuan.

Tel. : 087 – 463 603

Fax. : 087 – 414 462

http://www.jmm.gov.my/ms/meuseum/muzium-chimney

Labuan Marine Museum, Malaysia

The Labuan Marine Museum displays the richness of marine life in Borneo waters particularly Labuan. Its main objective is to promote awareness and love for our natural heritage so that this can be preserved for the continued enjoyment by future generations.

The Labuan Marine Museum is housed at the International Sea Sports Complex in a two-storey building designed in the shape of a shell. The museum was officially opened on January 26, 2003.

Collections

The Labuan Marine Museum features a collection comprising 572 marine specimens and contemporary items such as fishing, diving and oceanography equipment. The Museum’s main attraction is the 100 years old skeleton of a baby Indian Fin Whale, which is 42 feet long and a preserved Dugong. This marine mammal was found stranded on Papan Island, one of the small island off the coast of the Federal Territory of Labuan.

Gallery

The ship-like designed gallery is made up of the ground and the first floor.

The ground floor gallery is divided into four sections; Marine Life; Shipwreck; Reef; and the Mangrove section that features habitats found in the mangrove areas showcased in the form of a diorama. This gallery houses 14 aquaria of varying sizes and a ‘touch pool’ that offers visitors the opportunity to touch all kinds of marine life.

The first floor features the habitats of various ocean species, traditional fishing equipment and traps as well as diving gear. There are also four aquaria showcasing coral life and two reading corners for public.

How to Get There

By Taxi: 10 minutes’ drive from both the Waterfront and Sheraton Hotels

By Bus: bus No. 1

Facilities

- Parking

- Washroom

- Prayer room

- Food stalls

- Souvenir shops

- Labuan Marine Centre

- Guided tours (upon request)

Nearby Attractions

- Labuan Clock Tower

- Tanjung Purun Beach

- Labuan Botanical Garden

- Sawangan Cina Beach

General Information

FREE ENTRANCE

Visiting Hours

9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily.

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha.

Address

Labuan Marine Museum,

Labuan International Sea Sport Complex,

Jalan Tanjung Purun,

87008 WP Labuan.

Tel. : 087 -  425 927 / 414 135

http://www.jmm.gov.my/ms/museum/muzium-marin-labuan

The Malay World, Ethnology Museum

Ethnology Museum located nearby the Sentral Station, Kuala Lumpur

The idea for the establishment of the Malay World Ethnology Museum was first proposed by Malay scholars during the Conference of Malay Civilization in 1989. The design concept concept of the museum is inspired by a traditional Malay house, which can clearly be seen on the design of its porch and rooftop. This museum was officially opened to the public in March 2002.

Gallery

The Malay World Ethnology Museum focuses on the diversity of Malay society and culture in Malaysia through highly aesthetic collections of artefacts, such as traditional arts, clothing and jewelry, traditional games and weaponry. In addition, the depiction of the social and cultural life of the Malays in Malaysia in the gallery in portrayed by dioramas of a Malay traditional village; a Wayang Kulit (shadow play) theatre; a Malay wedding dais; and the making of Wau Bulan (moon-kites).

Shadow play with traditional characters.

Among others exhibit in the museum.

Collections

Among the fascinating collections on display are the Cik Siti Wan Kembang dress; the wedding dais of Perak; wayang kulit (shadow play) figures; a variety of replicas of perahu (boats); variously shaped congkak boards; wau bulan (moon-kites); musical instruments; wood carvings; and traditional weapons such as the keris, cannon, spear, sundang (sword) and others.

How To Get There

Located within the compound of the National Museum, visitors can take a taxi or bus (KL City Shuttle for a day trip) at KL Sentral Station or via alternative transportation centered at the KL Sentral Station such as the Commuter, Putra LRT, Monorail, or by walking approximately 1.3 km to the museum.

Traditional moon-kite highly decorated from East Coast of Malaysia.

Nearby Attractions

- Perdana Lake Garden

- Planetarium

- Islamic Art Museum

- Bird Park

- Tun Abdul Razak Memorial

Facilities

- Café

- Parking

- Prayer room

- Rest hut

- ATM Machine

General Information

Free Entrance

Visiting Hours

9 am – 6 pm daily

Closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha

Address

Malay World Ethnology Museum,

Jalan Damansara

50566 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: 03 – 2282 6255 ext: 340 / 182 / 181