Bung Hatta Birthplace Museum
About This Museum
People don't just come here to see an old house; they come to walk in the footsteps of a founding father, Indonesia's first Vice-President, Mohammad Hatta. You step off the bustling street in Bukittinggi and into a serene, perfectly restored Minangkabau traditional home, all dark, gleaming wood and soaring horn-shaped roofs. It feels incredibly intimate, almost like the Hatta family has just stepped out for a moment. The air is quiet and heavy with history, making it a profoundly moving experience that connects you directly to the origins of a nation.
Collection Highlights
The main draw is seeing Hatta's actual childhood bedroom and the simple wooden bed he slept in. Don't miss his personal spectacles and fountain pen on display, or the incredible collection of over 600 of his books that show the depth of his intellect from a young age.
Visitor Information
It's right on Jalan Soekarno Hatta—how fitting is that?—and is easy to find. The entrance fee is practically nothing, but the experience is priceless; just check for local opening hours as they can vary.
Architecture & Building
A beautiful example of a Rumah Gadang, the iconic Minangkabau house with its dramatic curved roof structure meant to resemble buffalo horns.
Contact & Location
Address: MINANG CARE INDONESIA, 10-20, Jalan Campago, Sarojo, Campago Guguak Bulek, Bukittinggi, Sumatera Barat, Sumatera, 26137, Indonesia
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