พิพิธภัณฑ์เพอรานากัน ภูเก็ต | Peranakan Phuket Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the Thalang district, the Peranakan Phuket Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the island's vibrant Baba-Nyonya culture. This isn't a sterile gallery; it feels more like stepping directly into the opulent home of a wealthy Straits Chinese family from a century ago. You'll wander through rooms filled with dazzling beaded slippers, intricate porcelain, and lavish wedding costumes that tell stories of trade, tradition, and identity. It’s an intimate and colorful journey into the heart of old Phuket.
Collection Highlights
The museum's treasures include stunning Nyonya kebayas with their iconic, painstakingly hand-sewn beadwork, along with vintage furniture and ancestral altars that showcase a unique blend of Chinese and Malay influences.
Visitor Information
It's located at 124/1 Moo 1 in Sri Soonthorn, so you might want to arrange your own transport as it's a bit off the main tourist trail. Check their social media or call ahead for the most current opening hours.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully restored Sino-Colonial mansion, the building itself is part of the exhibit, featuring airy courtyards, patterned tile floors, and shuttered windows designed for the tropical climate.
Contact & Location
Address: Phuket, 4027, ตำบลป่าคลอก, ป่าคลอก, อำเภอถลาง, จังหวัดภูเก็ต, 83110, ประเทศไทย
Phone: +66 76 313 556
Website: Visit Website
