Etpison Museum

This Etpison Museum magnificent museum east of Koror city center showcases Palau's (and Micronesia's) history and culture. The excellent collection of storyboards (carvings illustrating Palau's traditional myths and legends) created by local master carvers is a highlight. Background material on ancient rock art, archaeology, traditional navigation, and architecture is also included. Upstairs is a well-stocked gift shop.

Former President Ngiratkel Etpison provided the site for the museum's development. The museum first opened its doors in August of 1999. It was renovated in 2014, and extra exhibits were added. Shallum and Mandy Etpison designed the three-story museum building. The museum's main floor covers an area of 279 square meters (3,000 sq ft).

There is a gift store at the museum. This magnificent museum east of Koror city center showcases Palau's (and Micronesia's) history and culture. The excellent collection of storyboards (carvings illustrating Palau's traditional myths and legends) created by local master carvers is a highlight. Background material on ancient rock art, archaeology, traditional navigation, and architecture is also included. Upstairs is a well-stocked gift shop.

Location: Arterial. Palau