Wat Na Pang Museum is located within Wat Na Pang, a temple several hundred years old. The temple grounds include an old cement monk’s residence converted into the museum, displaying traditional household items and artifacts of the local community.

In 1995 (B.E. 2538), a new monk’s residence was built for celebratory merit-making, and villagers initially planned to demolish the old building of Kruba Boonsri. However, a local heritage conservation group requested that it be preserved and used as a display for tools and objects used by ancestors.

In 1999 (B.E. 2542), Nan Nakorn School recognized the importance of this community learning site and proposed a renovation project with support from private companies. Students from Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna, Nan Campus and Naresuan University, Phayao contributed to organizing and improving the museum display to make it systematic and engaging.

Points of Interest

• Kruba Boonsri Hall
  Originally the monk’s residence of Kruba Boonsri Intsaro, former abbot of Wat Na Pang, built in 1946 (B.E. 2489).

• Traditional Naga Boat Figureheads
  Three historic naga-style figureheads inspired the establishment of the museum:

  • Na Pang Kwang Nan – the largest boat, very long, which could block the Nan River when paddled backward

  • Kham Piw – a medium-sized fast boat

  • Kang Wit – a short-mouthed figurehead, unique to local craftsmanship where the lower jaw is shorter than the upper
    The naming of the boats reflects their characteristics, as decided by the villagers.

• Dharma Hall
  Estimated to have been built around 1857 (B.E. 2400) during the reign of Chao Anantawararitdet, showcasing exquisite local craftsmanship.

• Starting from Muang District, take Highway 101 toward Wiang Sa District for about 4.5 km.

  At the junction to Ban Tha Nao on the left, turn and cross the Nan River Bridge, continue for 1.5 km.

  At the three-way junction near Wat Tha Nao, turn right and continue for 2 km.

  At the three-way junction near Ban Hua Na School, turn left and continue for 2 km.

  Wat Na Pang is on the right, with the museum located inside the temple grounds.

• Best visiting months: November–February (cool, comfortable weather)

• Wear comfortable shoes and clothing for walking

• Bring a camera to capture the artifacts and exhibits

• Respect temple and museum rules

• Allow enough time to fully explore and study the displays

Admission Fee:

• Free

Opening Hours:

• Daily 08:00 – 17:00