A short stroll away from Fort Cornwallis is the Penang Museum and Art Gallery on Lebuh Farquhar. Built in 1821, it was first used as a school.

A statue of Captain Light stands in front. The statue was removed by the Japanese during WWII and reerected minus its sword, after the war. The small museum has a fine collection of old photographs, maps, charts, Furniture, costumes, memorabilia of the first prime minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman and other historical relics which provide an insight into Penang's history. One of the original Penang Hill funicular railcars is outside the museum.

Opening hours Daily from 9 am to 5pm
Fridays from 9am - 12.15pm and 2.45pm to 5pm
Entrancefee RM1.00.