A fascinating place to spend around an hour if you’re interested in Indonesian culture and history. The collection of traditional masks and puppets is incredibly impressive, with exhibits from across Indonesia as well as countries including China and Japan, making it a real cultural hotspot. The museum is spread across several beautiful buildings connected by peaceful gardens, ponds and shaded walkways, so it’s just as enjoyable outside as it is inside. The setting is tranquil and gives you plenty of opportunities to stop and take everything in. Entry is by donation, which is a wonderful way to make this collection accessible while supporting its preservation. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the information throughout the museum helped explain the significance of many of the displays. Whether you’re interested in art, theatre, history or simply looking for something a little different from the usual Bali attractions, this is a hidden gem that’s well worth a visit.

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This truly exceptional place it's a little out of the way but well worth visiting. We went into the coffee shop before we began, ordered two coffees from the helpful man there, and they were free of charge. Delicious too. Went to pay to enter the museum: free of charge. Incredible. It was almost entirely empty of other guests at the time we went, 10am on a Wednesday, so it felt wonderful to walk the beautiful grounds and go at our own pace. It really felt like a peaceful haven. Inside the individual buildings are hundreds if not thousands of individual masks, puppets, costumes, displays, photos and paintings. It was so impressive. All of the staff from the gardeners, to the office staff were absolutely lovely and helpful. Thank you from two foreigners who felt very lucky to decide to go to here. We left a good tip as a thank you for a good morning and a wonderful pleasant surprise - please do the same. Places like this are rare and well needed in this modern world.

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The mask designs are stunning n you can truly see the skilled craftsmanship passed down through generations. The staff were so friendly, answered all our questions n made the visit very special. Beautiful place indeed! Kudos! 💯

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Amazing collection! One of the staff members kindly gave me a tour, and I was able to ask questions about the collection’s origin and history. The place is owned by a businessman from Jakarta. They are currently renovating part of the property to create a space for temporary exhibitions featuring other artists’ work. Looking forward to coming back! Tip: If you’re into masks, the renowned Balinese mask maker I Wayan Muka’s family workshop and shop are close by. You can see the family collection there, and his son has continued the craft.

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Absolutely stunning and a true hidden gem! The museum is made up of separate houses set in one of the most beautiful gardens I’ve ever seen. You can see an impressive well kept collection of masks from Bali and the surrounding islands, including Papua, and even some from Europe that I’ve never seen before or knew existed. Admission is free, and I can’t quite understand why. I wish there had at least been a donation box or a shop.

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