Blog

See why Penang as a food haven is shaped by trade, migration and memory, from hawker stalls to heritage dining…

Penang as a tourist attraction pairs George Town heritage, shipwreck porcelain, remarkable food and coastal calm for curious travellers seeking…

Can museums appraise antique ceramics? Learn what curators can identify, when to seek an independent valuer, and how to protect…

See why Straits & Oriental Museum is a standout thing to do in Penang, where shipwreck porcelain, art, dining and…

A museum accessibility planning guide for creating considered, welcoming visits across galleries, dining, retail and public programmes for every guest.

See the Ming dynasty Chenghua blue and white bowl at Straits and Oriental Museum, and learn why it still commands…

Seek out top museum gift house finds that carry Penang’s maritime heritage beyond your visit, from porcelain-inspired keepsakes to thoughtful…

Make a Penang tourist attraction more meaningful: see shipwreck ceramics, trace maritime trade and linger over food, art and heritage…

Learn how to photograph museum artefacts respectfully, protecting fragile collections while creating thoughtful, lasting images of history for every visitor

Chinese antiques reveal centuries of craftsmanship, trade and taste. See how shipwreck ceramics preserve their journeys for museum visitors in…