KL Tower to light up in blue for International Museum Day 2026


KL Tower will be illuminated in blue on May 18 in conjunction with International Museum Day 2026. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

PUTRAJAYA: The Kuala Lumpur Tower (Menara KL) will be illuminated in blue on May 18 in conjunction with International Museum Day 2026, which is observed worldwide.

The National Unity Ministry said the initiative would be implemented in collaboration with LSH Service Master Sdn Bhd, the operator of Menara KL.

It added that this year’s International Museum Day is celebrated under the theme "Museums Uniting a Divided World”.

"This theme emphasises the role of museums as an important medium in fostering understanding, strengthening unity and bridging cultural and social divides in an increasingly challenging global society,” it said in a statement on Thursday (May 14).

The ministry said the blue lighting symbolises support for efforts to empower museums as institutions of knowledge, heritage and education.

The ministry said it is committed to continuing efforts to strengthen the country’s heritage and museology sector so that it remains relevant, inclusive and close to the younger generation through educational, technological and community engagement approaches.

Members of the public are invited to celebrate International Museum Day 2026 by visiting museums nationwide and taking part in various educational, cultural and heritage programmes. — Bernama

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