Step into a world filled with creative expression, as we provide you with a list of galleries to check out. Whether you hold an avid interest in art, want to purchase an artwork, or would simply like the experience, going to an art gallery is a great way to explore artistic creation. These beautiful galleries in themselves are masterpieces that house an appreciation for art and provide a platform for the artists behind them.
Ilham Gallery
This gallery is within walking distance of both the Ampang Park LRT/MRT and the Persiaran KLCC MRT. Beautiful and thriving with exhibitions one after another, Ilham Gallery is often recommended for a reason. Ilham Gallery takes education and engagement initiatives with activity sheets available online, aiming to connect its audiences with the art they display. Admissions are free, as they believe that art should be accessible to everyone. Ilham Gallery is the best place for those who want to learn more about art.
Operating Hours: 11 am to 7 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Address: Levels 3 and 5, Ilham Tower, 8, Lrg Binjai, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
HARTA Space
A museum, gallery, and cafe in one, Harta is a great place to learn more about the art of Malaysia, as they aim to preserve Malaysian heritage and arts. They often hold panel sessions, workshops, and talks, all targeted at educating their audiences about the beauty of Malaysia. Admissions are free, promising an accessible way to explore Malaysian traditions and artistic expression.
Operating Hours: 10 am to 4:30 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Address: 97, Lorong Memanda 2 68000 Ampang Jaya, Selangor Malaysia, Ampang, Kuala Lumpur 68000
A+ Works of Art
This art gallery prioritises Malaysian and Southeast Asian art, and they don’t merely showcase paintings. They also include contemporary practices, performances, sculptures, photography, videos, and installations. They highly favour collaboration, collaborating with many different artists, writers, and collectors to harmonise artists in all shapes or forms. The name speaks for itself; they aim to display A+ works of art.
Operating Hours: 12 pm to 7 pm (Closed on Mondays to Wednesdays)
Address: d6-G-8, d6 Trade Centre, 801, Jln Sentul, Sentul Selatan, 51000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
+n by UR-MU
This collection is by UR-MU, a gallery as well. However, what makes this art gallery stand out is that it specialises in displaying nearly 70 artworks from the personal collection of Ng Sek San. With arts that tackle protest and resistance dating back to the 1990s until the modern day. They highlight Malaysian and regional political movements, retelling the stories of these important historical moments.
Operating Hours: 11 am to 7 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Address: 131, 133, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Wei-Ling Gallery
They have two different branches, Wei-Ling Gallery and Wei-Ling Contemporary. Their flagship gallery is located in a shophouse that was once destroyed by a fire in 2004. Back then, it was designed by notable Malaysian architect Professor Jimmy CS Lim, uniquely making the interior an installation itself. They have a backlist of monographs, artist books, and exhibition catalogues, showing appreciation for overlooked features of an artist. This gallery has quite the staircases, so be prepared to go up and down flights of stairs.
Operating Hours: 10 am to 6 pm (Closed on Sundays and Mondays)
Address: 8, Jalan Scott, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Semua House
Semua House is situated at the historic Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Tar) filled to the brim with exciting and artsy events, including exhibitions. What was once a renowned textile trade established in 1986 is now a 120 square foot birthing ground for small businesses and artists. The building itself is vibrant with colour, which isn’t surprising that it holds so many art-related events. Stay abreast with the current running exhibitions through their social media.
Operating Hours: 10 am to 8 pm, daily
Address: Semua House, Jalan Bunus 6, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 50100
Yap Ah Shak House
This gorgeous piece of architecture holds space for work, specifically curated to cater to different work-related needs. From business meetings to a private workspace, this place favours the luxury of working comfortably. However, this building also holds space for anything art-related. There are workshops, live music performances, gallery showcases, intimate readings, film screenings, talks, and seasonal design/craft markets. From the 7th until the 14th of September, they will exhibit ASEAN Art & Textiles: A World of Seams and Seamlessness, showcasing shared cultural connections between ASEAN nations through different forms of artistic expressions and historical textiles.
Operating Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am to 12 am, Weekends 10 am to 12 am
Address: 17, Jalan Yap Ah Shak, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Art House Gallery
This gallery is nestled in the iconic blue building known as Central Market. Not only do they promote works of Malaysian, Chinese, and Indonesian artists, but also tribal and native artists from Borneo, Papua New Guinea, and Africa. They are also proud of their Southeast Asian and Chinese antique collections. Art House Gallery is very diverse with the art they choose to display, showing us that art goes beyond region and ethnicity.
Operating Hours: 10:30 am to 6:45 pm, daily
Address: Lot 3.04 & 3.05, Level 2, Annexe Building, Central Market, 10,, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Awegallery
If you are looking for any place that may hold artistic events in the future, Awegallery is the place for you. This creative space is eager to provide a platform for any form of creative expression. Artists are able to book this place to showcase their art or hold any events. They are suitable for workshops, classes, performances, or exhibitions. Stay up to date with their ongoing exhibitions on Instagram.
Operating Hours: Tues-Sunday 11 am to 8 pm, Monday 9 am to 5 pm
Address: 21, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
National Art Gallery
Located next to the Istana Budaya Malaysia main venue, this gallery is Malaysia’s official art institution. Since the early sixties, they have held many exhibitions, sometimes even multiple at once. As of press time, they have Spatial Creative Ceramic Zone, KePulauan: Refleksi BIMP-EAGA and Cinta Buatan Malaysia.
Operating Hours: 9 am to 5 pm, daily
Address: Lembaga Pembangunan Seni Visual Negara, 2, Jalan Temerloh, off, Jln Tun Razak, 53200 Kuala Lumpur
The Object Store
Located on the 1st floor of REXKLUP, The Object Store is a space that houses many beautiful furniture pieces, aiming to mirror the rituals of a reading room. Their space often welcomes many artistic events, such as exhibitions. Their most recent exhibition is 𝗛𝗘𝗥 | 她 𝘁ā: 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗱𝗮𝘆. This exhibition showcases ceramic pieces by Angie Ng and Fabiana Ambrogi from 30th June until 12th July.
Operating Hours: 11 am to 7 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Address: First floor, 32, Jalan Hang Lekir (REXKLUP), beside REXKL.
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