The House of Yeap Chor Ee

#2月好去地方2025 The House of Yeap Chor Ee in Penang is the former residence of a Chinese banker in Penang. There are some old items and furniture inside that are worth seeing. An inconspicuous, deserted, and fee-charging small museum. The artifacts and characters in the museum are so lifelike that it seems as if you have entered a time tunnel. It features exquisite mother-of-pearl inlaid furniture, intricate embroidery work with various bird motifs, and handicrafts from the Yeap family. The upper floors tell the intimate story of a Chinese immigrant's rise from a humble barbershop to becoming a successful businessman and banker. It was also inspiring to hear how the family has supported so many others in the community through their philanthropic acts and the establishment of Wawasan Open University. By visiting this museum, you can intuitively feel the history of the Chinese struggle in Penang and understand the living habits and customs of the local Chinese. You can communicate more with Joanna, the tour guide who works at the museum. She is knowledgeable and you can learn more stories behind the exhibits through her explanations.