Deputy Interior Minister Sees Potential for Pacitan to Become a Leading Tourist Destination

The names of the museum and gallery refer to the sixth President of the Republic of Indonesia, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY), and his late wife, Ani Yudhoyono. According to him, the presence of the museum brings positive impacts to the economic vitality of the community.

He observed the development of the area around the museum showing increasingly growing activities. He conveyed this while attending an event at the Regent’s Pendopo in Pacitan, East Java, on Friday (1/5/2026).

“And I saw earlier along the road, the economy is starting to stir,” said Bima Arya in a written statement on Sunday (3/5/2026).

Bima also appreciated the quality of the SBY-ANI Museum and Gallery. Based on his experience visiting various museums abroad, he assessed that the museum in Pacitan meets international standards. Moreover, the museum is equipped with a library featuring a variety of reading collections.

“I imagine, a bit imaginatively, Mr Regent, this SBY Museum will become the foundation for Pacitan that has various identities in line with Mr SBY’s character, from his thoughts to his hobbies,” he stated.

On the other hand, he also expressed readiness to collaborate with running community networks to hold sports events that can enhance the image and Local Own-Source Revenue (PAD).

“Later, we’ll design the event together. I will bring the ALTI (Indonesian Trail Running Association) network to create an event here, to boost Pacitan’s image,” he concluded.

Also present on the occasion were Regent of Pacitan Indrata Nur Bayuaji along with officials from the regional apparatus organisations (OPD) of the Pacitan Regency Government.