  Governor's Museum, Malacca
The Governor's Museum, also known as Muzium Yang Di-Pertua Negeri or Muzium Tuan Yang Terutama, is one of the many museums in Malacca. Formerly called Seri Melaka, the museum is housed in the former official residence and office of the Dutch Governor of Malacca on St Paul's Hill. The building was used as the official residence of the Tuan Yang Terutama, which is the title of the governor, until September 1996. The museum showcases the personal belongings of the various governors of Malacca since independence, beginning with the first Governor of Malacca, Tun Leong Yew Koh.
The Governor's Museum was officially opened to the public in 2002. Opening hours is from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm daily. Entrance fee is RM5.00 for adults and RM2.00 for children.
Getting there
From Dutch Square, walk from the Stadthuys uphill, passing the Literature Museum on your left. The path will lead to the Governor's Museum, a short distance away.
Nearby Sights
Stadthuys
St Paul's Church
Governor's Museum (Muzium Yang Di-Pertua Negeri (1 May 2009)
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Location of Governor's Museum in Malacca
Governor's Museum (Muzium Yang Di-Pertua Negeri (1 May 2009)
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Governor's Museum with the city of Malacca below (1 May 2009)
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