Penang Museum
Walk into the compound of the Penang State Museum, and you will first be greeted by a regal bronze statue of Captain Francis Light, the founder of the Penang Straits Settlement, gazing down upon you.
Once you set foot inside the museum building, you will see why the State Museum located along Jalan Farquhar in Georgetown is reputed to be one of the best state museums in the country. Divided into galleries dedicated to Penang's historical communities, as well as particular historical events that took place in Penang, the museum houses a fine collection of old photographs, maps, historical documents, Chinese furniture, embroidery, costumes and other historical relics.
On the first floor where the Art Gallery is located, works of local artists and paintings of old Penang are on display, namely those by William Daniels and Captain Robert Smith. From time to time, special exhibitions are held here.
History of Penang Museum
A Narrative timeline of events selected from the history of the Penang Museum and Art Gallery.
Opening Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm Closed on Friday and Public Holidays
Admission Fees
Art Gallery : Free Admission
Museum : RM 1.00 Adult / RM 0.50 Children
Photo Gallery
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Walk into the compound of the Penang State Museum, and you will first be greeted by a regal bronze statue of Captain Francis Light, the founder of the Penang Straits Settlement, gazing down upon you.
Once you set foot inside the museum building, you will see why the State Museum located along Jalan Farquhar in Georgetown is reputed to be one of the best state museums in the country. Divided into galleries dedicated to Penang's historical communities, as well as particular historical events that took place in Penang, the museum houses a fine collection of old photographs, maps, historical documents, Chinese furniture, embroidery, costumes and other historical relics.
On the first floor where the Art Gallery is located, works of local artists and paintings of old Penang are on display, namely those by William Daniels and Captain Robert Smith. From time to time, special exhibitions are held here.
History of Penang Museum
A Narrative timeline of events selected from the history of the Penang Museum and Art Gallery.
| 1817 | Donations from the East India Company enabled the construction of the building under the supervision of Captain Robert Smith (Royal Engineer). Captain Smith oversaw the building plans to ensure that it became and educational centre. |
| 1821 |
The building was named the Penang Free School catered for the children in Penang. It was so named because it accepted students from all walks regardless of race. |
| 1928 |
In January, Hutching School took over this building after the Penang Free School moved to Green Lane. |
| 1942 | Approximately half the building comprising of the west wing was destroyed by a bomb attack in World War II. |
Opening Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm Closed on Friday and Public Holidays
Admission Fees
Art Gallery : Free Admission
Museum : RM 1.00 Adult / RM 0.50 Children
Photo Gallery
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