Proclamation of Independence Memorial

Proclamation of Independence Memorial
Proclamation of Independence Memorial
	Memorial Pengisytiharan Kemerdekaan
General information
Type	Museum
Location	Melaka City, Melaka, Malaysia
Completed	1912
Opening	31 August 1985

The Proclamation of Independence Memorial (Malay: Memorial Pengisytiharan Kemerdekaan) is a museum in Melaka City, Melaka, Malaysia.[1]

History

The memorial building was established in 1912. The building used to house the Malacca Club which was used as the social centre of the British people in British Malaya. The memorial was set up and officiated by former Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman on 31 August 1985, 28 years after the independence of the country.

Architecture

The museum is housed in an elegant Dutch colonial mansion. The two golden onion domes located at the top of the building embellish the stark white stucco.

Exhibitions

The memorial exhibits records and photos of the early era of Malay Sultanate. It also displays the journey of Malaysia from independence and its modern development.[2]

Opening time

The memorial opens every day except Monday from 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.[3]

References

"Proclamation of Independence Memorial - Malacca City Attractions". malacca.ws.
http://www.malacca.ws/attractions/proclamation-independence-malacca.htm
"Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2015-05-21. Retrieved 2015-05-31.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)

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[1] "Proclamation of Independence Memorial - Malacca City Attractions". malacca.ws.

[2] ttp://www.malacca.ws/attractions/proclamation-independence-malacca.htm

[3] "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2015-05-21. Retrieved 2015-05-31.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)

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