Labuan Museum

Labuan Museum is a history museum located in Victoria, the main town of the Federal Territory of Labuan, Malaysia. Housed in a restored two-storey colonial building on Jalan Dewan, it documents the history of Labuan from the Brunei Sultanate era through British colonial rule, World War II and modern development. The museum is notable for its chronological exhibits, artifacts and photographs illustrating Labuan's role as a coal station and strategic island.

Visitors can expect a two-storey colonial-era building with air-conditioned galleries arranged chronologically. The ground floor covers early history, Brunei Sultanate influence and British administration, while the upper floor focuses on World War II, Japanese occupation and Labuan's post-war development. Exhibits include historical photographs, maps, ceramics, traditional costumes, and artifacts. The museum is located in central Victoria near Labuan Square and is suitable for self-guided exploration.

The building housing the museum was constructed in the 1950s as the British colonial administration office. It was restored and officially opened as Labuan Museum on 8 October 2004 by the Department of Museums Malaysia. The museum preserves and presents Labuan's history as part of the Brunei Sultanate, its cession to Britain in 1846, its development as a British coaling station and Crown Colony, and its significance during World War II.

The museum showcases the multicultural heritage of Labuan, including Malay-Brunei, Chinese, Kadazan-Dusun and other communities, and illustrates the island's role as a trading and administrative centre in Borneo. It serves as an educational resource on local traditions, customs and historical identity.