Politics · Indonesia · 15 hrs ago
Yogyakarta Exhibition Presents Art and Archives on General Sudirman
An exhibition about General Sudirman opened in Yogyakarta as part of Indonesia’s Heroes Day commemorations.
Deputy Social Affairs Minister Agus Jabo Priyono said younger generations should carry forward the independence leader’s ideals through service to the country.
Sudirman was a commander in Indonesia’s independence struggle, and the exhibition presents him as an example of sacrifice and leadership.
The display includes 64 archival photographs, 22 newspaper records, 21 paintings and five sculptures made by 23 artists.
Organisers hope it will help young people reflect on leadership and sincerity, while giving the public a way to explore historical material and art.
The exhibition runs at Jogja Gallery until 22 November 2026 and includes public discussions and educational programmes.
An exhibition of art, photographs and archives about General Sudirman opened at Jogja Gallery in Yogyakarta on 8 November 2026.
The exhibition, titled “Rindu Pak Dirman,” runs from 9 to 22 November.
It brings together historical archives, visual documentation, artworks, public discussions and educational programs.
Organizers say it aims to help visitors reflect on Sudirman’s leadership and inspire younger generations.
The exhibition features 64 archival photographs, 22 items of Dutch newspaper documentation, 21 paintings and five sculptures by 23 artists.
- Who
- The exhibition is organized by Jogja Gallery and partners at Gadjah Mada University and PT Brewl Baswara Bumi. Deputy Social Affairs Minister Agus Jabo Priyono attended its opening.
- What
- An exhibition of art, photographs and archives about General Sudirman, titled “Rindu Pak Dirman.
- When
- It opened on 8 November 2026 and runs from 9 to 22 November 2026.
- Where
- Jogja Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
- Why
- It is part of the Heroes Day commemorations and aims to remember Sudirman’s values and inspire reflection among the public, especially younger generations.
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The exhibition opened at Jogja Gallery in Yogyakarta.
The exhibition is scheduled to run at Jogja Gallery.
- Exhibition title
- Rindu Pak Dirman
- Venue
- Jogja Gallery, Yogyakarta
- Exhibition dates
- 9–22 November 2026
- Archival photographs
- 64, mostly not previously published
- Dutch newspaper documents
- 22
- Artworks
- 21 paintings and five sculptures by 23 artists
What people are saying
We as the younger generation miss our national heroes, and it is our duty to realize and continue their aspirations for the struggle.
Let “Rindu Pak Dirman” become a milestone in our national awakening from Yogyakarta, so our nation can be great, sovereign, independent, just, prosperous, and happy in body and soul.
We hope this exhibition will inspire the younger generation because we are now experiencing a serious crisis of sincerity and leadership.
We need to revive the noble values of an ideal national leader, and I found that Pak Dirman is a fitting reminder of a hero and fighter willing to sacrifice under any conditions.