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Muzium Kesenian Islam Malaysia
Jalan Lembah Perdana, Tasik Perdana, Wilayah Persekutuan, Perdana Botanical Gardens, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Contact :
Tel +603-2092 7070
info@iamm.org.my
http://www.iamm.org.my
About Us
About Us
Interest in Islamic art has grown enormously in recent years. Reflecting this awareness, in December 1998 Malaysia became home to Southeast Asia’s largest museum of Islamic art. The building occupies 30,000 square metres, situated amid the leafy surroundings of central Kuala Lumpur’s Lake Gardens.
The art objects on display range from the tiniest pieces of jewellery to one of the world’s largest scale models of the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca. The aim is to create a collection that is truly representative of the Islamic world. Instead of concentrating on works from the heartlands of Persia and the Middle East, IAMM also puts the emphasis on Asia. China and Southeast Asia are especially well represented. The third component of the Malaysian melting pot is India, which is also given special status. India, China and the Malay World are in an exceptional category. Other parts of the collection are displayed according to type rather than geographical origins in the museum’s 12 galleries.
The style of the museum building is modern, with an Islamic feel created by the details rather than by the structure itself. Iranian tile workers transformed the iwan-style entrance into a ceramic tapestry that frames a welcoming verse from the Qur’an. On the roof, these artisans turned the dome-construction traditions of Central Asia into the building’s crowning glory. The turquoise-coloured domes are now a landmark on the Kuala Lumpur skyline.
Inside the building, the angularity of 21st century design is contrasted with the soft, rounded forms of the five domes that dominate the museum’s interior. Laboured over by craftsmen from Uzbekistan, these imposing features help form an ambience that is both airy and harmony. The seamless continuity of light and space is maintained throughout the galleries and into other areas of the museum, such as the library and the restaurant.
Education
The Education department of the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is a vital component in the museum’s mission to develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the history, art and cultures of Islam. As an Education Centre, the department’s objectives are to stimulate interest and the sharing of ideas through its activities, education programmes and resources for visitors of all ages. The range of programmes includes guided tours, children’s activities, gallery programmes, workshops, talks and seminars.
From its inception, the Education department has been committed to encouraging new audiences in their discovery of the museum and to develop new ways to encourage their appreciation of the permanent collection and the many special exhibitions. Through educational initiatives, the wealth and heritage of different Islamic civilisations can be properly understood.
Gallery Tours
Bookings for a gallery tour can be made one week in advance directly to the Education Department through email or fax. School teachers may come for a pre-visit to our galleries and have a glimpse at the artefact collections, so that they may synchronise the class syllabus with the respective gallery.
Museum Safari
There are animals hiding on the artefacts in the galleries. Go on a Museum Safari and hunt for them!
Journey to Find the Artefacts
Embark on a journey to find facts about the artefacts by solving interesting questions as you walk through the galleries.
Paper-Making Workshop
Learn the basic concept of pulping and handmade paper from our hands-on paper-making workshop.
IAMM Worksheet & IAMM Gallery Workbooks
Find out interesting facts about animals in the gallery and miniature paintings from our fun sheets “Animals World” and “Magnificent Miniature”, which are on sale at the Museum Shop.
For children aged 10 and below, workbooks filled with various activities, are on sale at the Museum Shop. The books are series on mosques, insects and animals such as the ‘Art of the Mosque’ that contains information and activities with regards to mosques, while ‘Insects’ and ‘Animals’ give extracts from the Qur’an in relation to our daily interaction with them and to demonstrate God’s creations.
Be Inspired Modular Programme
These fun-filled programme is an educational introduction to the history of Islamic civilisation. Programmes are presented in different mediums and themes such as:
• Iznik World
Participants will be taught to produce their own artwork inspired by the designs and colours of ceramic wares from Iznik in Turkey.
Students will be charged a minimum fee for this programme, which starts from RM8 to RM35 per student (inclusive of materials).
• Mamluk Art
A glass painting activity inspired from the Mamluk art and design on mosque lamps.
• Quick Batik
Create your own batik in a quick and easy way by combining the modern technique with beautiful patterns from traditional batik sarongs.
• Ikat Magic
Produce your own design on mediums such as T-shirts, canvas bag or scarf with tie and dye technique.
• Malay Splendor
Produce an amazing floral and leaves pattern with a stencil and silkscreen printing activity.
Facilities
To enhance the museum experience for all visitors, IAMM provides facilities for a wide range of events. We not only cater to events for entertaining and dining, but also for seminars and workshops.
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