About The Gallery
The idea to establish the Guar Kepah Archaeological Gallery was initiated by the Penang State Government through Chief Minister Incorporated (CMI), in collaboration with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). The gallery was envisioned as a space to showcase the rich cultural and historical heritage of the area, while also preserving important artefacts and archaeological findings. Construction of the gallery began in partnership with the Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA), with funding provided under the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK12). The gallery was completed in May 2024.
Announcements
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced that construction of the Guar Kepah Archaeological Gallery began in 2022, and both the exterior and interior works have now been successfully completed."On behalf of the Penang State Government, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Federal Government for the RM10 million allocation that made this project possible. The Guar Kepah Archaeological Gallery plays a vital role in the conservation and preservation of our artefacts and historical discoveries. Radiocarbon dating conducted on the findings at this site indicates that they are over 5,0...
Media Coverage /Gallery
The Guar Kepah Archaeological Gallery is a minimalist, double-storey structure situated on a 2.39-acre site. Developed by Chief Minister Incorporated (CMI) in collaboration with the Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA), the gallery features an interactive exhibition space that enables visitors to visualize the early human settlements of the region.In addition to the exhibition area, the gallery houses the excavation site where the ‘Penang Woman’ skeleton was discovered, alongside displays of shell middens. The facility also includes a research centre, laboratory, and storage space...