Earlier it was the ruler's palace[4] and then it was converted as the Ajman police station.

The museum tells about the local history and heritage, the place highlights various aspects of the past.

[6] One of the most famous displays is an excavated cemetery discovered in the Al Muwaihat area, which features pottery and funeral jewellery dating back as far as 3000 BC.

The museum is located in the centre of Ajman, on the east side of the central square in the Al Bustan area,[8] opposite to Gold Souq and Traditional Souq Saleh and 300 meters away from Ajman Bus Station.

ATDD proposes legislation, rules and also regulations aimed at developing the tourism sector in Ajman, working in cooperation with other government authorities.