Proclamation of Independence Memorial

Proclamation of Independence Memorial
Memorial Pengisytiharan Kemerdekaan
General information
Type Museum
Location Malacca City, Malacca, Malaysia

The Proclamation of Independence Memorial (Malay: Memorial Pengisytiharan Kemerdekaan) is a museum in Malacca City, Malacca, Malaysia.[1]

History

The memorial building was established in 1912. The building used to house the Malacca Club which was used as the social centre of the British people in British Malaya.

Architecture

The museum is housed in an elegant Dutch colonial mansion. The two golden onion domes located at the top of the building embellish the stark white stucco.

Exhibitions

The memorial exhibits records and photos of the early era of Malay Sultanate. It also displays the journey of Malaysia from independence and its modern development.

See also

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References

Coordinates: 2°11′30.8″N 102°15′03.2″E / 2.191889°N 102.250889°E