About Han Chin Pet Soo - Hakka Tin Mining Museum
Han Chin Pet Soo is a restored Hakka tin miners' club turned museum in Ipoh Old Town, Kinta District, Perak, Malaysia. Established in 1893 as a private club for Hakka tin miners, the building now exhibits the history of tin mining that shaped Ipoh. Operated by IpohWorld, it displays mining tools, photographs, and social history, preserving the heritage of the Hakka community and Perak's tin boom era.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a guided tour through a restored two-storey heritage shophouse that served as a Hakka miners' club. The interior retains original layout with exhibition halls displaying tin mining equipment, photographs, documents, furniture and dioramas illustrating mining methods and daily life of miners. Surroundings are in Ipoh Old Town with historic streets, shophouses and cafes. Access is by pre-booked guided tour only, with a guide explaining each section.
Key highlights
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Restored 1893 Hakka miners' club building in Ipoh Old Town
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Exhibits on Perak tin mining history and techniques
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Collection of mining tools, photographs and archival documents
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Preserved club facilities including meeting rooms and opium and gambling exhibits
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Guided tours operated by IpohWorld with detailed historical narration