Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum

Situated in Kuching, Sarawak Islamic Heritage Museum provides a deep insight into the rich cultural heritage of Sarawak’s Muslim community. The seven galleries are the main attraction of this museum. These galleries give an insight into Islamic architecture, literature, science, decorative arts, and costumes. Each of these galleries features a different theme.

The Islamic Heritage Museum features a Bornean-Malay style of architecture. While the museum is made out of concrete and timber, the roof is made out of bricks. This museum is adorned with a central courtyard garden, Arabic calligraphy, astrolabes, musical instruments and wood carvings. The main aim of establishing the Islamic Heritage Museum was to develop a greater sense of appreciation and understanding of Islam among the masses. While this museum was initially built for a school, it later came to be known as the James Brooke Malay College. In 1930, the museum was renamed as Madrasah Melayu Sarawak. In 1992, the Chief Minister of Sarawak named it the Islamic Heritage Museum.