This national museum houses a collection spanning Islamic art, Southeast Asian history from the 16th century, and extensive displays in archaeology and ethnography.

[8] Closed since 28 January 2014, the Brunei Museum is now undergoing major renovations to fix structural concerns brought on by termites, soil erosion, electrical malfunctions, and air conditioning issues.

[11] The Brunei Museum building features traditional Malay motifs, inspired by the tomb of Sultan Bolkiah, a 15th century ruler of the Bruneian Empire.

Its History Gallery presents displays on Southeast Asia’s historical ties to Brunei, from the 16th century Spanish and Portuguese Empires through to more recent eras.

[18] Artefacts include 9th and 10th-century pottery from Iran and Central Asia, glasswork from Egypt and the Levant, a miniature Quran manuscript, woven textiles, gold ornaments, ceremonial cannons, and sultanate weaponry.