Muzium Negara houses a collection of treasures tracing its way to the origins of Malaysia. The architecture of the museum replicates the structural design of a traditional Malay palace. Outside, a long mural depicts the multi cultural existence in Malaysia. Conceptualised in the 1960s, it illustrates the huge significance the country placed on agriculture then. Inside, the exhibits are a reminder that Malaysia is a result of many influences: Paganism, Malay, Chinese, Indian, Islamic and European. What you see is a fusion of history, art, culture, customs and way of life. Displays include different wedding attires of the various races, musical instruments, weapons used against the more sophisticated Europeans, collection of kris from all over the archipelago and ceramics from the Ming dynasty.

Opens daily 9:00-18:00.

Entrance fee : RM1.00 for adults.
Tel:+603-2282 6255 website: www.museum.gov.my/

The Museum Volunteers Malaysia (MVM) offer FREE guided tours in English and French at the Muzium Negara (National Museum) on TUESDAYS 10 am and THURSDAYS 11 am.

One hour tour of selected highlights of Muzium Negara's collections to discover and explore Malaysian culture, history and heritage.

The Museums Volunteers Malaysia is a non-profit, non-governmental, non-policitical and non-religious group whose aims are to promote public and government awareness of museums, encourage and promote an appreciation and understanding of the cultures of Malaysia

Tours are free of charge. Meeting point in front of the main entrance desk

For information please contact tel : 03- 2282 6255 (206/287) fax: 03-2282 6434

email to : mvmqueries@yahoo.com Website : www.museum.gov.my/