The Borneo Cultures Museum is a landmark cultural institution located in Kuching, Sarawak. Recognised as the largest museum in Malaysia and the second largest in Southeast Asia, the museum showcases extensive collections highlighting the history, arts, and cultural heritage of Sarawak’s diverse indigenous communities, as well as other societies across the island of Borneo.
The museum was developed under the Sarawak Museum Campus project, implemented as part of the Eleventh Malaysia Plan. It was constructed on the former site of Dewan Tun Abdul Razak, which was demolished to make way for the new development.
The total project cost amounted to RM323 million, fully funded by the Sarawak State Government. Of this amount, RM308 million was allocated for construction works, while an additional RM15 million was invested in advanced digital facilities and interactive exhibition technologies within the museum.
Architecturally, the museum’s design draws inspiration from traditional Sarawak craft motifs, blending cultural symbolism with contemporary elements. Its exterior concept also complements the nearby New Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Building, creating a cohesive and iconic riverfront skyline in Kuching.
Admission:
Sarawakian:
Children (12 years and below): Free
Student (13-17 years old & Student with ID): RM 5
Adult (18-60 years old): RM 10
Senior (61 years old and above): RM 5
Non-Sarawakian:
Children (12 years and below): Free
Student (13-17 years old & Student with ID): RM 5
Adult (18-60 years old): RM 20
Senior (61 years old and above): RM 10
Foreigner:
Children (12 years and below): RM 20
Student (13-17 years old & Student with ID): RM 25
Adult (18-60 years old): RM 50
Senior (61 years old and above): RM 25
Opening Hours:
- Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 4.45 PM
- Saturday – Sunday 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Public Holidays: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Contact Info:
- Phone Number: +60 82-548 215
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jabatanmuziumsarawak
- Address: Jabatan Muzium Sarawak, Bangunan Annex, Jalan P Ramlee, 93400 Kuching, Sarawak.