7 History Museums in Ipoh That You Shouldn't Miss

October 18, 2021 Brain Ambrose

The British colonial city of Ipoh had humble beginnings, but has blossomed into a beautiful cityscape that marries old-world charm with modern amenities. This is a foodie's city, offering endless street stalls and restaurants all eager to serve up a sample of mouthwatering local fare. Walk it all off on a jaunt through breathtaking limestone caves that seem carved by the capable hands of a higher power.
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1. Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo

3 Jalan Bijeh Timah, Ipoh 30000 Malaysia +60 5-241 4541 [email protected] http://www.ipohworld.org/reservation/
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Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo

Ipoh World (IpohWorld) is an education-based, not-for-profit organisation established in 2004 to promote awareness and appreciation of Perak, the Silver State of Malaysia and its unique, diverse and rich heritage, with particular focus on Ipoh and the Kinta Valley. In 2006 we ran our first public exhibition "The Story of Ipoh: From Feet to Flight", in cooperation with Darul Ridzuan Museum. Since then, supported by sponsorship, we have run several more exhibitions while continuing to seek further financial support for a permanent, lively and interesting heritage gallery for Ipoh, thus enhancing both education and tourism. This current project, our first permanent, museum quality exhibition is our first step to fulfilling this objective. Advance booking is recommended as space in the building is limited. You may book via our website by clicking on Exhibitions or by the QR Code on our brochure. It is quick and easy and you receive a booking confirmation by return.

Reviewed By 422agnest

Educational and informative visit with guided tour by an English speaking guide who was very friendly and knowledgeable, an introduction to the Hakka culture and their tin mining forays in Malaysia, recommend a visit here, location is near to concubine Lane, best to make prior appointment but can walk in as well and if they have space they will accommodate you, there is no entrance fees but highly recommend that you leave a small donation for them to upkeep the place, we enjoyed our visit here

2. Ho Yan Hor Museum

1 Jalan Bijeh Timah, Ipoh 30000 Malaysia 6052412048 [email protected] http://www.hoyanhor.com
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Ho Yan Hor Museum

Ho Yan Hor Museum shares the amazing stories of Ho Yan Hor, the famous household brand of Chinese herbal tea since 1940s. It also provide the discovery of the origins and evolution of the heritage herbal tea. Furthermore, it is the gallery about the inspirational life of Dr. HO Kai Cheong, the creator of the health-giving Ho Yan Hor tea.

Reviewed By nicoletO3153ZM

Excellent visit, a man whom begin his life as a doctor and successfully manage to share his herbal tea in the world. A true philanthropist whom never cease to give back to his needy society. Such character and man is rarely seen anymore in Malaysia. My first visit to Ipoh after many years and my desire to visit and get to know how he had manage to bring up herbal tea importance to the current modern society. A journey which evolves through time. Lovely museum, please continue to keep up preserving this lovely tradition and journey of herbal tea. THe journey ends with a lovey herbal tea trial, bought a gift pack myself being an avid user of Ho yan hor herbal tea :)

3. 22 Hale Street

22-24 Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Ipoh 30000 Malaysia +60 12-626 8069 [email protected] http://www.22halestreet.com/
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22 Hale Street

Once an office, hotel, and home of many families, two shophouses built in 1900 fell into disrepair over the years. After an extensive conservation process, they have been given a new lease of life, and is now home to 22 Hale Street Heritage Gallery. Nestled in Ipoh’s historical enclave, 22 Hale Street connects the past with the present. Discover the history of Ipoh and her people in a fun and interactive way as you tour the galleries. Check out the products in the gift shop and bring home exclusive merchandise and publications. Also, on display are creative products and crafts by local creatives and social enterprises that 22 Hale Street aims to support. The gallery also has an event space open for rent where exciting arts and culture initiatives happen!

Reviewed By adelynne0 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

I booked this visit via Airbnb (because that's where I saw it first), RM 10 for a guided tour. I was led by two guides and they were both super friendly, knowledgeable and humourous. I learned about the history of Ipoh, and I got to see some great artwork on display in the museum too. Definitely would recommend this visit.

4. Time Tunnel Museum, Ipoh Old Town

No 23, Jalan Panglima, Ipoh Old Town, Ipoh, Perak, Ipoh 30000 Malaysia +60 16-328 8438
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Time Tunnel Museum, Ipoh Old Town

Reviewed By PWindle - Brussels, Belgium

It was raining and this was a colorful hideaway. Pleasant surprise, including the shop downstaris that fashions fine furniture to order and for export using local wood. The museum is clean and well arranged, showing rooms staged as in other times. Many nostalgic pieces incl. a barbers chair, radios, old Mah-jong table and pieces, old wooden umbrellas, photos etc.

5. Arlene House - Kapitan Chung Thye Phin Building

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Arlene House - Kapitan Chung Thye Phin Building

Arlene House (aka Kapitan Chung Thye Phin and Phin Kee Chan) was built in 1905 by Kapitan Chung Thye Phin, a prominent Tin miner and last Kapitan China of Perak and Malaya. It was used as the Tin Headquarters & Trading House to manage his vast business activities in Malaya. The building had undergone 10 years of preservation, conservation and restoration works to return to its former glory. As part of its adaptive re-use activities, "Made In Ipoh", a Heritage, History, Culture and Art edutainment Gallery-Museum has been established showcasing the Stories, Life and Legacy of The Last Kapitan Of Malaya and Ipoh - The City That Tin Built. Made In Ipoh is open for Walk-In (un-guided) visits on weekend with admission ticket charges and pre-register private group tours (guided) at prescribed fees announced from time to time on its Facebook pages and Instagram. Arlene House is also open for rental usage for suitable photo/videography works, events and functions.

6. Concubine Lane Museum

3rd Floor Wisma Chye Hin, 19 Sultan Idris Shah, Ipoh 30000 Malaysia +60 5-254 9612 https://www.facebook.com/Concubine-Lane-Museum-1056211651182726/
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Concubine Lane Museum

7. Made In Ipoh

18, Jalan Dato Maharaja Lela Arlene House, Ipoh 30000 Malaysia +60 17-377 8628 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/madeinipohmalaysia/

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