National Museum
Phone: +62 21 381 1551
Fax: +62 21 381 1076
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The Batavian Society of the Arts and Sciences was established on this site in 1778. Due to its rapid growth, the building was transformed into a museum in 1862. Among its collections are fine ethnographic and pre-historic items, including china, bronze and gold objects, stone sculptures and textiles that provide an excellent overview of ancient Indonesian culture. The elephant statue in the front yard was a gift from King Chulalongkorn of Siam in 1871. The Indonesian Heritage Society provides free guided tours in various languages. Admission:
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Tu-Th 8:30a-2:30p, F 8:30a-11:30a, Sa 8:30a-1:30p, Su 8:30a-2:30p
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Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
One of the several permanent collections part of the National Museum of Indonesia, 'Ceramics Collection' is like a trip into the past. It has displays of ceramic artifacts found from different sources in the country itself. Find unusual pieces in porcelain, stoneware and many other materials that date back to significant periods and were useful in daily life and also added beauty to the surroundings in those times.
Historical Relic Collection
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
This is a perfect place for those who want to have a glimpse into the history of Indonesia. The 'Historical Relic Collection' of the National Museum of Indonesia includes artifacts from 16th to 19th century Indonesia. Most exhibits seen here are those returned by the Dutch government and these valuable pieces serve as reminders of the people and times significant to Indonesian history.
Wayang Kulit
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
These traditional puppet shows feature Wayang Kulit, or leather shadow puppets. Typically featuring exaggerated caricatures of the human form, the Wayang Kulit are two-dimensional puppets made of goat or buffalo parchment. The puppets are similar to paper dolls, but sport movable arms. Most of the stories presented are epic in nature and are performed at the National Museum in Jakarta. Abbreviated versions, lasting for about an hour, are presented at the Wayang Museum Fatahillah Square in downtown Jakarta. The National Museum conducts mini shows every Sunday morning. Check website for details.
Indonesia's Largest and Finest Museum
Phone: +62 21 381 1551
Fax: +62 21 381 1076
Email | Website | Map | add to Travel Bag (NEW)
The Batavian Society of the Arts and Sciences was established on this site in 1778. Due to its rapid growth, the building was transformed into a museum in 1862. Among its collections are fine ethnographic and pre-historic items, including china, bronze and gold objects, stone sculptures and textiles that provide an excellent overview of ancient Indonesian culture. The elephant statue in the front yard was a gift from King Chulalongkorn of Siam in 1871. The Indonesian Heritage Society provides free guided tours in various languages. Admission:
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TravelAlaska.com
Tu-Th 8:30a-2:30p, F 8:30a-11:30a, Sa 8:30a-1:30p, Su 8:30a-2:30pFour Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara: Stay two nights, and receive the 3rd night FREE! www.SantaBarbaraCa.com/Partners
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Ceramics CollectionJan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
One of the several permanent collections part of the National Museum of Indonesia, 'Ceramics Collection' is like a trip into the past. It has displays of ceramic artifacts found from different sources in the country itself. Find unusual pieces in porcelain, stoneware and many other materials that date back to significant periods and were useful in daily life and also added beauty to the surroundings in those times.
Historical Relic Collection
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
This is a perfect place for those who want to have a glimpse into the history of Indonesia. The 'Historical Relic Collection' of the National Museum of Indonesia includes artifacts from 16th to 19th century Indonesia. Most exhibits seen here are those returned by the Dutch government and these valuable pieces serve as reminders of the people and times significant to Indonesian history.
Wayang Kulit
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
These traditional puppet shows feature Wayang Kulit, or leather shadow puppets. Typically featuring exaggerated caricatures of the human form, the Wayang Kulit are two-dimensional puppets made of goat or buffalo parchment. The puppets are similar to paper dolls, but sport movable arms. Most of the stories presented are epic in nature and are performed at the National Museum in Jakarta. Abbreviated versions, lasting for about an hour, are presented at the Wayang Museum Fatahillah Square in downtown Jakarta. The National Museum conducts mini shows every Sunday morning. Check website for details.
Reviews
Great meuseum
This meuseum has some of the best exhibits of any meuseum in South-East Asia. Indonesia is such an h...
Reviewed by:CameronL from on Mar 09 2006
the museum of elephant
national museum or museum gajah (the elephant museum),as the jakartans dub it because there's a ...
Reviewed by:Dian from on May 06 2005
Worth a look
The National Museum has a fine collection of statues and cultural artifacts. Also make sure you chec...
Reviewed by:Earle Martin from on Sep 02 2004
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