Malaysia Architecture Museum


The Malaysia Architecture Museum is a museum in Melaka City, Melaka, Malaysia.

History

The museum building was originally built by the Dutch Empire in the 18th century during their occupation of Melaka as the residence and administration center of the Dutch officials. During the British Malaya period, the building was used as an administrative office. After the independence of Malaya in 1957, the building became the office of Melaka Water Board. In 2000, the building was restored to its original shape by the department of Museum and Antiquities. The museum was opened in 2004 and it is administered under the Antiquity and Museum Association.

Architecture

The museum was built with Dutch architectural style. The building consists of two floors, which is divided into:
The museum exhibits various architectural materials and also the concept of it, such as from the Netherlands, China and Portugal. It also displays various building models.

Opening time

The museum is opened every day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. free of charge.