West Nusa Tenggara State Museum
An introduction to Sasak, Samawa and Mbojo culture through costumes, crafts, weapons and regional collections in Mataram.
Based on the original Sasak Tour guide. Photographs and historical details record the source visit; check current access, prices and facilities before travelling.
At a glance
A regional culture stop
The original guide dates the museum’s opening to 1982 and introduces it as a place to learn about Lombok and Sumbawa. Wedding costumes, local arts and crafts, weapons and ceramics appear among the themes. It is a regional state museum, with collections reflecting more than Lombok alone.
What the original visit shows
The source mentions a large preserved crocodile at the entrance, themed display rooms and objects associated with the Bima Sultanate. It also records material connected with Portuguese, Spanish and Dutch colonial periods. The collection count in the old text describes that time and is not presented as a current total.
Inside and around the galleries
The photo sequence follows the galleries, traditional weapons, shell displays, garden and a separate exhibition building. Displays and special exhibitions can change, so use the photographs to understand the original visit rather than as a guarantee of every object currently on show.
Check the visiting day
The archive lists Tuesday–Sunday 08:00–15:00, Friday 08:00–13:00 and Monday closure, with IDR 5,000 admission. Reconfirm present hours, holiday arrangements and ticket categories before travelling. A museum visit can be combined with other Mataram stops without planning a long inter-island journey.
Photo gallery · 8 photos
The complete original photo selection, including any menus, tariffs, maps or scorecards. These images record the source visit; prices, displays and facilities may have changed.
Location & visitor information
Mataram, Lombok, Indonesia. Confirm the exact location and current visitor arrangements.