NAN

Living Crafts and Folk art for Sustainability
Nan is an old city that has been prospering for over 741 years. The city is surrounded by mountains and the Nan river, the longest one that feeds the Chao Phraya. Nan is rich in history and culture, and its natural resources are profuse. Its rock salt has made Nan well-known to neighboring countries.

Nan is the city with great diversity in terms of ethnicity, language, culture, tradition and way of life. Its 11 ethnic groups have lived a simple life deeply attached to the surrounding environment. They have learned to craft objects from materials found in nature such as clothes, tools necessary for their daily livelihood, or objects used in rituals according to beliefs and faith of each community passed down for generations. Such unique craft products reflecting Nan’s strong tradition include carved Buddhist iconography; mural painting; Naga-headed racing boats; woven fabric with “flowing water” design typical of Nan, etc. These products are the heritage that is still in production and used in daily life. They serve as an inspiration for new generations of Nan artisans, confirming the name “Nan Living Old City”.

Nan’s craft products catches on and become more creative and modern, responding to the needs of global market. They bring more income to the people and improve their life quality. Many of Nan’s artisans are recognized by SACIT as supreme masters in multiple fields of craft and art. Nan’s silversmith and musician are national artists honored by the Ministry of Culture. These supreme master artisans open their homes as ateliers that help incubate youths and pass Nan’s craft knowledge on to adults as a means to preserving its craft and art cultural heritage.

 

 

 

"Nan Green Craft" festival

1st DAY NAN GREEN CRAFT

DAY 2 NAN GREEN CRAFT

Events in June 2025

  • May - Jun

    30 - 8

    Nan Green Craft Festival

    30 May - 8 June 2025

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"The Enchanting Rainy Season Crafts of Nan" This event aims to inspire visitors with contemporary handicrafts and local creativity,

The enchanting melodies of Nan still resonate in our hearts, even though the "San Silp Thin Nan Tamnan Kamphaeng Mueang The Rhythm of Nan 2025"

is not just a fleeting workshop; it is a profound initiative deeply rooted in the belief that the unique cultural essence of Nan

All Sectors in Nan Province Unite for Workshop on Policy Directions for Strengthening the Creative City Initiative and Connecting Internationally

When Culture Becomes an Engine for Economic Growth Amid the trend of urban development that is focused on creativity, Nan is demonstrating how

is gaining attention as a creator of works that seamlessly blend Thai identity with contemporary design.

Another highlight was the presentation of "Kham Piew," an art toy inspired by the boat prow, to Her Royal Highness Princess

Nan National Museum is not merely a repository of artifacts; its the vibrant heart of Nan

In the sacred atmosphere of the Hok Peng Festival at Wat Phra That Chae Haeng temple

Amidst the challenges of the Thailand New Gen Inventors Award 2025 (I-New Gen 2025) for vocational education, held by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) from February 2nd to 6th, 2025 at BITEC Bangna, Bangkok, the story of the "Yorn Roi Bag" impressed the audience and won the gold medal. ท่ามกลางความท้าทายของการประกวดสิ่งประดิษฐ์และนวัตกรรม Thailand New Gen Inventors Award 2025 (I-New Gen 2025) ระดับอาชีวศึกษา ที่จัดโดยสำนักงานการวิจัยแห่งชาติ (วช.) ระหว่างวันที่ 2-6 กุมภาพันธ์ 2568 ณ ศูนย์นิทรรศการและประชุมไบเทค บางนา กรุงเทพฯ เรื่องราวของ "กระเป๋าย้อนรอย" ก็ได้สร้างความประทับใจและคว้ารางวัลชนะเลิศเหรียญทองมาครองได้อย่างงดงาม

Development Nan Youth Club - DNYC is a group of secondary school students from across Nan Province who have come together to make the most of their free time.กองทุนพัฒนาศักภาพเครือข่ายเยาวชนจังหวัดน่าน เป็นกลุ่มนักเรียนระดับมัธยมศึกษาจากโรงเรียนต่างๆ ในจังหวัดน่านที่มารวมตัวกันทำกิจกรรมส่งเสริมการใช้เวลาว่างให้เกิดประโยชน์

The Discover a treasure trove of unique handicrafts and folk arts, showcasing the skills and creativity of local artisans and new generation creators. ค้นพบขุมทรัพย์ของงานหัตถกรรมและศิลปะพื้นบ้านที่ไม่เหมือนใคร ซึ่งแสดงให้เห็นถึงทักษะและความคิดสร้างสรรค์ที่ยอดเยี่ยมของช่างฝีมือท้องถิ่น

 

 

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