Peranakan Museum

This museum's three floors are devoted to the rich culture, fascinating artefacts and colourful stories of the Peranakan people.

A History of Diverse Influences

Discover the vibrant tapestry of Peranakan heritage at the museum, where the rich history of diverse influences of the Straits-born people of Chinese, Malay, and Indonesian roots intertwine in a captivating narrative of cultural fusion.
Art and Artefacts

From gorgeous pieces of traditional garb to beautifully handcrafted beadwork, the artefacts on display are a sight to behold. Deep dive into Peranakan life through themes related to origins, home, and style as aspects of identity.
Conserved Neoclassical Building

The Peranakan Museum is housed in the former Tao Nan School, which was built in 1912 as the first modern Hokkien school in the Straits Settlements.

A little-known fact: The building’s layout is based on Straits Settlements bungalows, where rooms sit around a central hall while toilets and kitchens are outside the main building.