Dhanabadee Ceramic Museum
About This Museum
People don't just come here to look at finished plates; they come to hear the roar of the kiln and smell the wet clay. You'll find yourself mesmerized, watching an artist's steady hand paint those iconic red roosters—the symbol of Lampang—onto a simple rice bowl before it's glazed and fired. It’s a living museum, really, where the main exhibit is the skill passed down through generations. You leave not just with a souvenir, but with the memory of the heat and the hum of a craft that's very much alive.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is watching the entire creation process of the traditional 'Khao Mor' rice bowls, from throwing the clay on the wheel to the delicate hand-painting of the rooster motif. The real highlight, though, is seeing stacks of finished bowls, each one slightly unique, ready to be used in homes across Thailand.
Visitor Information
It's right there on Wat Jong Kham Road, tucked in alongside the workshop. Just pop in—they'll gladly show you around and explain everything. It’s best to call ahead if you want to be sure you catch all the action, especially the firing.
Architecture & Building
It's not a fancy building; it feels more like a large, open-fronted shophouse or a working factory shed, which is perfect because that's exactly what it is. The space is practical and unpretentious, filled with shelves of pottery and the tools of the trade.
Contact & Location
Address: พิพิธภัณฑ์เซรามิค ธนบดี, ถนนวัดจองคำ, พระบาท, เทศบาลนครลำปาง, พิชัย, Mueang Lampang, จังหวัดลำปาง, 52000, ประเทศไทย
Phone: +66 61 273 3344
Website: Visit Website
