Bandung, 2025 — A recent study by Fitri Perdana and Dian Sinaga from the Library and Information Science Program at Universitas Padjadjaran explores how the Sri Baduga Museum Library is managed to function optimally as an information hub for West Java’s history, culture, and tourism.
The study highlights various management activities such as inventorying, classifying with the Dewey Decimal Classification system, cataloging, labeling, and shelving. The library also makes use of the SLiMS 8 Akasia automation system to support the digitization of collections, ensuring easier and more efficient access.
Located in Bandung, the Sri Baduga Museum Library houses approximately 5,545 collections, ranging from ancient manuscripts, rare books, encyclopedias, and dictionaries to Sundanese folklore and popular works on social sciences and communication. These collections make the library a valuable resource for students, researchers, and the general public.
Conducted in 2025, the study emphasizes that museum libraries are not merely supporting facilities but also serve as essential centers for education, research, and cultural preservation. Without proper management, valuable collections would remain underutilized by the public.
Using a qualitative descriptive method involving interviews, direct observations, and literature studies, the research found that the Sri Baduga Museum Library has implemented systematic management, from inventory to cataloging and labeling. However, the researchers recommend that the library actively use social media promotion to raise public awareness of its services and collections.
This research aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) by expanding access to cultural and historical literacy, and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by preserving cultural heritage through inclusive public spaces.
With effective management and stronger outreach efforts, the Sri Baduga Museum Library is expected to reinforce its role as a key information center for West Java’s cultural and historical heritage while maximizing its benefits for society.
Full article available at: http://media.unpad.ac.id/files/publikasi/2025/rpm_20250212093819_7873.pdf
Writers: Ridha Amalia, Nadziva Shaqeena Firdaus, Shelpi Nur Awaliyah
