Located across from Merdaka Square this was a small, four room museum housed on two floors. We visited during the early afternoon and practically had the museum to ourselves. One room devoted a lot of detail to the many different techniques to making batiks and other types of textiles. It helped us appreciate how much time and effort was out into making these type of materials. Overall a bargain at 5MYR admission.

The previous reviews have throughly described the building, cost, time needed, etc. And I would definitely agree about adding some interactive activities to better involve visitors. But I’ll also add that this museum is well worth a visit, holding a beautiful collection! The quality of not just the textiles, but the room of jewelry, is outstanding! There’s a gallery that describes many different dying, embroidery, knitting, weaving, etc., techniques with some jaw dropping examples. Additionally, I was fortunate to catch the current special exhibit on the history of the Kebaya - what a treat! The exhibit highlights the many variations of this traditional outfit as interpreted among the various ethnic groups in Malaysia, but also included some stunning examples worn by royalty. All in all, a very enjoyable two hours, I highly recommend!

MYR 5 entry - a lot to see for the small fee! Not a very big museum, but plenty to admire and learn. 4 galleries. Nicely set out. Building itself is pretty. Unfortunately air conditioning was not working in 1 of the galleries on day I visited, so was hot and stuffy (no windows). Gift shop and cafe not functional. "Resource room" was at end of several corridors and up some stairs, so did not visit. Overall, a very good place to spend maybe 1 hour or more to learn about one aspect of Malaysian culture, and be in air conditioning!