On December 20, 2024, the staff of the Museum of Biology participated in a routine exercise event organized by BARAHMUS DIY at the Merapi Volcano Museum in Sleman, Yogyakarta. This event, supported by the Yogyakarta Cultural Office and the Sleman Cultural Office, aimed to promote health and well-being among museum staff and the local community.

The exercise session was not just a physical activity; it was a celebration of cultural diversity and community engagement. Participants from various backgrounds came together, showcasing the spirit of non-discrimination and inclusivity. The event highlighted the importance of health and fitness in achieving basic living standards, which is a crucial aspect of sustainable development.

During the exercise, participants engaged in various routines that emphasized cardiovascular health, flexibility, and strength. The atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm as staff members from the Museum of Biology joined hands with community members, breaking down barriers and fostering a sense of unity. This collaboration is a testament to the power of cultural diversity in enhancing community health initiatives.

As the session concluded, participants expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to engage in such a meaningful activity. The staff of the Museum of Biology emphasized the importance of regular exercise in maintaining physical and mental health.

The collaboration between BARAHMUS DIY, the Yogyakarta Cultural Office, and the Sleman Cultural Office exemplifies a holistic approach to community development. By prioritizing health and wellness, these organizations are contributing to the overall development of the region, ensuring that basic living standards are met for all community members.

In the coming months, BARAHMUS DIY plans to continue organizing similar events, encouraging more participation from various sectors of society. The Museum of Biology is committed to supporting these initiatives, recognizing that a healthy community is vital for the advancement of cultural and scientific endeavors.

This event at the Merapi Volcano Museum not only promoted physical health but also reinforced the values of inclusivity and respect for cultural diversity. As communities come together to support one another, they pave the way for a brighter, healthier future for all.

Friday, 28 October 2022 SDIT Yaa Bunayya carries out edutrip at the Museum of Biology UGM. The group consists of 50 students and 6 teachers. Not only aimed at the learning on how to analyze relationship between the form as well as function of animal body parts and plants, the edutrip is expected to foster the sense of loving the environment. The students receive material supplies and then go on a tour to observe the museum collections while taking notes on important information they need. When observing collections of preserved animals and plants, they also make microscopic observations of plant tissues. The edutrip activity is an outdoor learning method for students which is based on the independent learning curriculum.

Hello #SobatMuseumBiologi.

We would like to inform you with the following changes of ticket price:

Student *Rp 7.000,00*

Public *Rp 10.000,00*

International Tourists *Rp 15,000.00*

The price list will be effective from January 2023.

Thank you for your kind attention dear friends of the Museum of Biology.

Greetings to all Museum Friends, Museum is always in our Heart!

 

 

To begin the year of 2023, the Museum of Biology of the Faculty of Biology UGM carries out various activities, such as receiving individuals and groups guest visits, coordinating meetings for planning the 2023 activities and starting the records or creating database for herbarium collections of the museum. This year, the ticket price rises from Rp. 5,000.00 to Rp. 7,000.00 for students, and from Rp. 7,000.00 to Rp. 10,000.00 for public. No price increase applied for foreign tourists, which is still Rp. 15,000.00.

In January 2023, the record shows 74 individuals and 725 groups of visitors. They praise the good appearance and atmosphere of the museum, that ticket price-rising is worth the changes. In the future, along with various improvements, it is expected to improve enthusiasm of both individuals and groups visitors from school students.

On February 15 2023, the Museum of Biology, Faculty of Biology UGM begins to implement QRIS (Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard) payment system for purchasing tickets, foods and beverages, and souvenirs. QRIS is a payment system in the form of a QR code which is usually printed on the spot when visitors make transactions. It has been integrated with various existing m-banking and digital wallets.

Using this system, it is easier for visitors to make payments without having to use cash because the system only requires one QR Code. Rather than only facilitating transactions, the application of this super program can also be beneficial to prevent fraud, facilitate monitoring, and ensure transaction security. However, conventional payments using cash are still available to facilitate any form of payment flexibly.

The following describes how to use QRIS at the Museum:

1. Visitors decide on how to make certain types of transactions (purchasing tickets, foods and beverages, or souvenirs)
2. The counter staff informs the payment nominal
3. Visitors open the m-banking/electronic wallet application, then select the QR scan code provided at the counter.
4. Visitors enter the payment nominal following the password on m-banking/digital wallet.
5. Visitors show proof of transaction to the counter staff

 

 

The Museum of Biology presents new exhibition program of microscopy observations which is by using new microscopes. The exhibition program begins in early March 2023 with the purpose to introduce laboratory instruments such as light microscopes and its accessories (OptiLab) to visitors. Through this program, it is expected that the exhibition will enrich visitors with new insights and knowledge.\

This exhibition focuses on microscope observations to observe various parts of plant and animal anatomy. Under the guidance of the museum staffs, visitors can also have their first-hand experience on how to operate light microscopes. This will enable visitors to have learning by doing experience in addition to learning by listening to explanations given by the museum staffs.

 

 

SMAN 9 Yogyakarta conducts a two-days social working activity on 10 to 11 April 2023 at the Museum of Biology UGM. This activity involves five students of class XI MIPA 6. They are Alexandra Elana Katja Nindiadhi, Azra Zahida Aryawijayanti, Madah Sulam Cahya, Mutia Afinda Fadilah, and Sekar Ayu Fahriyah. On the first day, Ida Suryani as the museum staff provides the students with a brief description about museum collections and conservation materials. Next, students help to clean the collections of preserved dried plants such as sea pandanus fruit, siwalan fruit, rattan herbarium and many more. On the following day, students help to clean the collection displays on the cupboards and shelves in 10 showrooms. It is hoped that social working programs can provide the students with experience and enhancement of knowledge about biology. In the future, more collaborations between the museum and other schools to conduct social working program activities are welcomed.