The Colorful Museum at Night: Asian Award Winner at Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University’s Museums, in collaboration with the Faculty of Science, have been organizing the “Night at the Museum Festival” since 2016 in partnership with Museum Siam. This annual event involves several prominent institutions, including the Natural History Museum, Technology Museum, Geology Museum, and the Professor Kasin Savatabandhu Herbarium, and offers a range of educational and entertaining activities for attendees.
Award Recognition
Recently, Museum Siam, along with more than 50 museums throughout Thailand, received the 2025 Asia Culture and Heritage Night award, which includes recognition for the Night Market. This accolade was presented by the International Festival & Events Association Asia (IFEA Asia), an organization that advocates for expertise in festival and event management across the region.
Impact on Cultural Tourism
The award highlights the festival’s success in providing opportunities for visitors to engage with cultural and scientific heritage in a nighttime environment. It emphasizes the importance of creating memorable experiences and enhancing Thailand’s cultural tourism on an international stage. This recognition affirms the value of collaborative efforts in organizing significant events throughout Asia.
(Source: Chulalongkorn University)
