Sarawak Islamic Museum

The Sarawak Islamic Museum occupies the Maderasah, a concrete and brick building recognized as the only one of its kind in the state. Built in 1930 along Jalan P. Ramlee, it was originally meant to be a college for higher Malay Studies. Today it is the first Islamic museum established in South East Asia. It presents a clear picture of the rich historical heritage and special culture of the Muslim community in Sarawak and throughout the Malay-Indonesian archipelago. The museum consists of seven galleries set around a central courtyard garden, each with a different theme ranging from Islamic artifacts from around the region, the separate fascinating collections of old coins, weapons, costumes, pottery, textiles to the jewelry from the Islamic world. This museum is located behind the new wing of the Sarawak Museum across the road.