As of December 2024, Perak homes 32 museums, making it the sixth-highest among Malaysia’s states. This was figured out by Chatgpt from Rentech Digital, a service provider of business reports.

Reminiscence of the past, deeply engaging with emotion.

A museum is a wonderful place to step back in time and reflect on the rich history of the town.

1.) Han Chin Pet Soo Museum
Malaysia’s first Hakka tin mining museum, offering insights into the lives of Hakka tin miners in the 19th and 20th centuries.

2.) Geological Museum
Established in 1957, this museum showcases over 600 types of minerals and various stones, highlighting the geological history of Perak.

3.) Darul Ridzuan Museum
Housed in a 1926 mansion, this museum delves into the history and development of Ipoh, focusing on the mining and agriculture sectors.

4.) Ho Yan Hor Museum
Dedicated to the famous herbal tea brand, this museum offers a glimpse into the production and history of Ho Yan Hor herbal tea.

5.) Art of Oldtown Gallery
Art of Old Town is the collection of 7 beautiful murals by by Ernest Zacharevic, scattered across the town of Ipoh. These seven murals – i.) Uncle drinking coffee (Jalan Bandar), ii.) Paper plane (Jalan Tun Sambanthan), iii.) Five packets of kopi-O (Jalan Tun Sambanthan), iv.) Hummingbird (Jalan Panglima), v.) Evolution (Jalan Bijeh Timah), vi.) Trishaw garbage collector (Concubine Lane 3), vii.) Girl and sparrows (painted over, not existing anymore) (Jalan Bandar Timah).

6.) Made In Ipoh
A museum showcasing the history and cultural heritage of Ipoh through various exhibits and artifacts.

7.) PWW Ipoh Art Space
An art gallery by Perak Women For Women Society (PWW) located in a colonial building, featuring contemporary art by local and international artists.

8.) Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery (*In Kuala Kangsar, about the royal family ruling the Ipoh City)
The Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery houses and displays the history and milestones of the illustrious life of His Royal Highness Sultan Azlan Shah.

9.) Palong Tin Museum (at Kinta River, Ipoh)
This museum exhibits information on Malaysia’s mining history, focusing on Kinta Valley tin mining activities and methods.

10.) Time Tunnel: Focusing on the daily life and cultural evolution of Ipoh from the 1960s to the 1980s.

11.) 22-Hale street: (Immersive experiences) Offering visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich cultural tapestry of the region.

12.) YLCO (Yeoh Lim Chew & Oh) Museum: The compiled documentaries of the four prominent families in Ipoh to tell their history and success stories.

Disclaimer: The above lists are generated with the help of AI. The write-up is under ongoing revision.