Penang Straits and Oriental Museum

25/04/2026

, Pottery and PorcelainCeramics encompass a captivating realm of objects crafted from clay and hardened throu...

09/04/2026

The museum is especially known for its collection of ancient ceramics, many recovered from shipwrecks across Asian waters.
• Pieces from Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties
• Over 200+ artefacts showcasing craftsmanship and trade history
• Blue-and-white porcelain that once traveled global trade routes 

These artefacts tell real stories of lost ships, global demand, and ancient commerce

07/04/2026

At the museum, the story never stands still — it grows. ✨
We’re constantly on the lookout for fascinating artefacts, hidden gems, and pieces of history that deserve a second life. Every few months, something new finds its way into our collection, adding fresh layers to the stories we tell.

So even if you’ve visited before… there’s always something new waiting to be discovered. 👀

21/03/2026

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 🌙✨

Daripada kami di pihak muzium, kami mengucapkan Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri, maaf zahir dan batin kepada semua pengunjung, rakan kerjasama dan komuniti yang sentiasa menyokong usaha kami dalam memelihara warisan budaya.

Semoga perayaan ini membawa kegembiraan, keberkatan dan masa yang bermakna bersama insan tersayang.

Kami mengalu-alukan kunjungan anda untuk terus bersama kami menghargai dan menerokai khazanah sejarah dan budaya tempatan.

Salam Aidilfitri 🌿

19/03/2026

Imperial Qing Jiaqing Period ( AD 1796-1820)Famillie Rose Landscape bowl. Permanent collection of the Penang Straits&Oriental Museum

02/03/2026

The ship itself had mostly disintegrated, but researchers recovered the remains of its huge ceramics cargo. MORE: https://trib.al/Y17hc9W

17/02/2026

🌸 By Repute: Emperor Daoguang (1782–1850)
Qing Dynasty Court Floral Painting

A delicate imperial-style composition featuring orchids, narcissus, bamboo, and blossoming plum — rendered with refined brushwork and poetic restraint.

The red seal suggests imperial association, traditionally attributed to Emperor Daoguang of the Qing Dynasty. Works connected to Qing emperors are highly sought after for their scholarly elegance and symbolic meaning.

🌿 Orchid – Integrity
🌸 Plum Blossom – Perseverance
🎋 Bamboo – Upright character
💮 Narcissus – Renewal

A harmonious balance of court aesthetics and literati spirit.For collectors of Qing imperial art and scholars of classical Chinese painting.

Permanent collection of The Straits and Oriental Museum

📍 Penang

15/02/2026

🧧 Happy Chinese New Year 🧧

CNY Opening Hours Notice

🗓 16 Feb 2026 (Today)
Open until 1:30 PM only
(We’ll be heading home for reunion dinner)

🧨 17 Feb 2026 – First Day of CNY
Closed

🌸 18 Feb 2026 (Wednesday)
Business resumes as usual

Thank you for your understanding.
Wishing you a prosperous and joyful New Year!

🧧 新春快乐 🧧

新年营业时间通知

🗓 2026年2月16日（今日）
营业至 下午1时30分
（回家享用团圆饭）

🧨 2026年2月17日（年初一）
休息一天

🌸 2026年2月18日（星期三）
恢复正常营业

感谢您的理解，恭祝您新春大吉，万事如意！

26/01/2026

26/01/2026

We are hiring!
我们正在招聘！

We’re Hiring – Marketing Liaison (George Town, Penang)

Looking for someone friendly, proactive, and good with people to help us follow up with leads and business partners.

Your job will include:

Following up with enquiries & partners

Selling simple promotional packages

Acting as the go-between with different parties

📍 Location: George Town, Penang
💰 Salary: RM2,###+ (depends on experience)

If you enjoy talking to people, building relationships, and closing deals, we’d love to hear from you!

📲 WhatsApp: 016-427 8817
📄 Please come prepared with your CV / profile (PDF)

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We’re also hiring Part-Time Guides

RM10/hour + sales incentives

Weekend availability preferred

Working days: Wednesday to Sunday

Perfect for students or anyone who enjoys talking to people, sharing stories, and engaging with visitors.

📲 WhatsApp: 016-427 8817
📄 Please come prepared with your CV / profile (PDF)

26/09/2025

Big news! 🚀
We’re packing up and moving to a bigger, better space! Our last day here is 30th Oct, and after that we’ll be taking a short break before reopening at our new spot — still in town, just around the corner. Can’t wait to welcome you all back real soon… bigger vibes, same heart. 💚