Brunei Museum
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.[10][11] The closure has also been intended to make way for upgrade, which includes redesigning the interior and exhibits, incorporating more interactivity and modern technology, and creating a new open-concept gallery.[8] The Brunei Museum building features traditional Malay motifs, inspired by the tomb of Sultan Bolkiah, a 15th century ruler of the Bruneian Empire.[17] 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.