Located between Km 19 and 20 on the Chiang Mai–Sanpatong Highway (just past Big C Hang Dong), Ngarn Anurak Pueh Muan Chon (“Preservation of Wood Carving for the People”) is one of Northern Thailand’s most extraordinary hidden gems.
Founded by former schoolteacher Mister Charoui Na Soonton, this incredible museum represents a 35-year crusade to preserve rare teak wood carvings and historic pottery.
When dwindling teak supplies threatened Thailand’s carving arts decades ago, Mr. Charoui toured the country rescuing fine antiques, cartwheels, old boats, and aged tree trunks. Today, his master craftsmen recycle these ancient woods into spectacular masterpieces built to stand the test of time.
If you’re heading toward Mae Wang for elephant sanctuaries or river rafting, don’t flash past this colourful Aladdin’s cave of sacred craftsmanship!
In this video:
– Exploring the massive collection of rare teak carvings & priceless pottery
– Meet Mister Charoui Na Soonton & learn about his 35-year preservation mission
– How master craftsmen transform recycled antique teak into intricate art
– Location guide & directions along the Chiang Mai–Sanpatong Highway
0:00 The Hidden Treasure of Chiang Mai
1:49 From Opium Dens to Meditation Sanctuaries
3:38 Rescuing the Dying Art of Teak Carving
4:51 The Accidental Museum Owner
Location & Contact:
Address: Km 19–20, Chiang Mai–Sanpatong Highway (Past Big C Hang Dong)
Phone: 053 355 819 / 089 8500 126
Email: na_soonton@hotmail.com
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