The Museum House was founded by Anek Navikamul along with a group of dedicated supporters, with the aim of collecting and exhibiting everyday household items from Thailand’s past. Located in Thawi Watthana district of Bangkok, the museum serves as a living archive of memories, reflecting Thai lifestyles across several decades through ordinary objects that were once part of daily life.

The museum complex is divided into multiple zones that faithfully recreate old-style shops and public spaces. Visitors can explore replicas of traditional pharmacies, barbershops, grocery stores, and even a small vintage cinema. Every detail is carefully arranged, allowing guests to feel as though they have stepped back in time to an era when simplicity carried its own distinctive charm and warmth.

What makes this museum truly unique is its friendly and accessible exhibition style. The items on display are not expensive antiques but familiar objects such as tin toys, red-bordered school notebooks, vintage soda bottles, colorful advertising signs, and early household appliances. These everyday artifacts not only provide historical knowledge but also awaken cherished memories for older generations while fascinating younger visitors who may be seeing them for the first time.

The atmosphere inside the museum is peaceful and welcoming, ideal for exploring stories of the past that may not be recorded in textbooks but are vividly conveyed through tangible objects. The wooden houses and miniature shophouses are thoughtfully designed to reflect Thai lifestyles during the mid-20th century. Walking through the museum becomes both a relaxing experience and a meaningful journey into the cultural roots and social transformations of Thailand.

Beyond being a learning center, The Museum House is also a paradise for vintage lovers and photography enthusiasts seeking nostalgic backdrops. Friends and families often gather here to reminisce about childhood memories sparked by familiar toys and household items. Operated with passion by volunteers, the museum radiates warmth, hospitality, and pride in preserving the nation’s cultural heritage.

We warmly invite you to relive treasured memories, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of bygone days, and help preserve the simple yet invaluable objects that hold profound emotional significance at The Museum House.

Private Car:

• From Borommaratchachonnani Road, enter Phutthamonthon Sai 2 Road toward Sala Thammasop Railway Station, then turn into Soi Sala Thammasop 3. Parking is available in front.

Public Transport:

• Take bus numbers 515 or 125, get off near Sala Thammasop Railway Station, then take a motorcycle taxi to the museum.

Train:

• Take the Western Line train to Sala Thammasop Station, then walk or take a taxi for about 1 kilometer.

Best Visiting Season:

• The museum is open only on Saturdays and Sundays. It is recommended to arrive around 10:00 AM when it is not too hot and you can explore thoroughly without rushing.

Attire:

• Wear breathable clothing and easy-to-remove shoes, as some zones may require you to take them off before entering.

Photography:

• Photography is allowed in almost all areas, but please be careful not to touch or move the displays to keep them in perfect condition.

Local Culture:

• Chatting with the staff or volunteers will give you interesting insights and anecdotes about the origin of each collectible.

Planning:

• Since the museum is near Thonburi Market Place, you can plan to visit the museum in the morning and head for a delicious lunch at the market afterward.

Admission Fee

• Local visitors: Adult 40 THB, Child 10 THB

• Foreign visitors: Adult 40 THB, Child 10 THB

Opening Hours

• Saturdays - Sundays: 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM

• (Closed Monday - Friday)