The memorial is dedicated to Malaysia's second Prime Minister, the late Tun Abdul Razak bin Dato' Hussein. It was set up to preserve all the documents, library materials, personal belongings, and artefacts belonging or relating to the late Prime Minister. There is a uniquely personal touch in the entire exhibition. Starting with the Tun's favourite golf cart and speed boat, the exhibition leads up to his well-maintained bedroom and study room which are decked with original furnishings. Also on display are walking sticks - a special collection that represents one of Tun's favourite hobbies. The gifts, souvenirs and momentos that he received from titled and crowned heads from all over the world constitute a magnificient array of some of the world's finest works of art.

Built in October 1961, the building known as Sri Taman was his official residence until his death in 1976. Sri Taman was occupied later (1978 - 1981) by Tun Hussein Onn, the third Prime Minister. In appreciation of Tun Abdul Razak's contributions to the development of the nation and its people, Sri Taman was officially turned into the Tun Abdul Razak Memorial. An excellent administrator, Tun Razak is fondly remembered for his rural development programmes, and his sense of social justice.