Belau National Museum
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| Established | 1955 |
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| Location | Koror, Palau |
| Type | National museum |
| Website | www.belaunationalmuseum.net |
The Belau National Museum (BNM) is a museum in Koror, Palau.
History
The museum was established in 1955 and is the oldest museum in Micronesia. It was originally located in the former Japanese Administration Weather Bureau building and later relocated to a new building, which was funded by the Government of the Republic of China.
The Belau National Museum (BNM) is a non-profit semi-autonomous agency with objective the preservation and promotion of the national heritage, exhibition of natural, cultural, social and historical values, and the development of arts at all levels.
Exhibitions
The museum exhibits artifacts from all aspects of the local life of Palauan people, such as artworks, photography, sculptures etc.[1]
See also
References
- ^ "Belau National Museum & Bai". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 20 July 2018.
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