KAI Heritage Week 2026 : Brings History and Creativity to Junior High School Students
The Lawang Sewu Museum was once again filled with excitement, learning, and creativity. A total of 250 students from 10 junior high schools in Semarang joined the KAI Mengajar program on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, as part of KAI Heritage Week 2026.
Through this program, students learned about Indonesia's railway history, the development of transportation, different railway professions, and the importance of railway safety.
The learning experience also included a historical photo exhibition and an educational tour of Lawang Sewu, introducing students to the long history of railways in Indonesia.
Learning History Up Close
Students had the opportunity to explore historical photographs and documents showing how Indonesia's railway system has developed over time.
Through interactive activities, students gained a better understanding of history beyond what they had learned in textbooks. They also discovered the historical significance of Lawang Sewu as one of Indonesia's railway heritage buildings.
Exploring History Through Exhibits and Immersive Experiences
Students explored the Lawang Sewu Museum through historical photo exhibitions, miniature trains, and various railway collections.
As on the first day of KAI Mengajar, students on the second day also had the opportunity to visit an immersive room, where interactive visual technology brought railway history to life.
Celebrating Creativity and the Spirit of Indonesia's Heroes
The excitement continued with a fashion show celebrating Indonesian heroes and the country's cultural diversity. A total of 48 students from six junior high schools took part, wearing a variety of costumes, from military uniforms to traditional Indonesian clothing.
Through the fashion show, students had the opportunity to express their creativity, build confidence, and learn about Indonesia's cultural diversity and the spirit of its national heroes.
Learning History and Honoring the Nation's Heroes
KAI Mengajar offers young people an opportunity to learn through fun and engaging hands-on experiences.
Through this program, KAI hopes to inspire students to appreciate history, understand the values of heroism, and develop a greater sense of responsibility for preserving Indonesia's cultural heritage.
For more information about KAI Heritage Week 2026 and its activities, visit KAI's official Instagram account at @kaiuntukidn.