Hospitality chain AYANA is introducing SAKA Museum, a new cultural centre and event venue in Indonesia's Bali, opening in 2024. This museum aims to preserve and showcase Bali's cultural heritage. AYANA has been a key player in Bali's travel and lifestyle scene since 1996. SAKA Museum is part of their commitment to support the local community and provide visitors with insights into Bali's culture. The museum's name, SAKA, reflects its mission to connect Bali's past, present, and future through the Balinese Saka calendar.
The SAKA Museum is a multiple-event venue. It has an indoor East Gallery on the first floor for weddings and corporate events for up to 300 guests. The second-floor SAKA Garden offers an outdoor space with a floating stage, ideal for events with up to 400 attendees. There's also a VIP Room for private meetings.
The museum's design was done in collaboration with Napp Studio & Architects, known for creating engaging museum experiences. It's wheelchair-friendly, with elevators and accessible toilets, and they offer customised tours to meet specific needs.
Its permanent collection, set to be revealed next year, has been curated by a committee of experts, including Dr. James Bennet, Farah Wardani, and Marlowe Bandem. This effort is led by Bruce Carpenter, a respected gallerist and art historian known for his extensive work on Indonesian art, culture, and history.
"With SAKA Museum, AYANA aims to significantly increase its contribution to the Balinese community that has provided many blessings to the AYANA family," says Giordano Faggioli, General Manager of AYANA Resort. "With its prime position at the forefront of the estate, all guests will see SAKA on entering the property, which signifies the museum's importance for AYANA."
Ahead of the official opening in 2024, guests at AYANA Villas Bali, AYANA Resort Bali, AYANA Segara Bali, and RIMBA by AYANA Bali can visit the museum for free by scheduling their visit using the AYANA web app. Private visits have been organised starting from October 1, and those interested can inquire at rsvp@sakamuseum.org for more information. Ticket prices will be revealed before the museum's launch next year.