Suchat Sapsin’s Nang Talung (Southern Thai Shadow Puppet) Folk Museum | Nakhon Si Thammarat

Suchat Sapsin’s Nang Talung (Southern Thai Shadow Puppet) Folk Museum, Mueang District | Nakhon Si Thammarat
The Suchat Sapsin Nang Talung Folk Museum is Thailand’s first private museum dedicated to the folk arts of Southern Thailand. It was founded by Suchat Sapsin, a National Artist in the field of Performing Arts (Nang Talung) in 1996.
Highlights and Activities at the Museum
• Collection of Antique Shadow Puppets: The museum houses a vast collection of Nang Talung puppets, ranging from several decades old to antique pieces dating back 100–300 years (such as those discovered in caves in Krabi Province).
• International Shadow Puppets: The collection includes shadow puppets from various countries, such as Indonesia (made from cowhide), India (goatskin), Turkey (camel hide), and China (featuring detachable heads).
• Demonstrations and Learning: Visitors can observe the intricate process of carving shadow puppets, learn about puppet manipulation, traditional verse recitation, and the *wai kru* (teacher-paying-homage) ritual. There is also a stage for shadow puppet performances.
• Souvenirs: Locally crafted products and souvenirs featuring Nang Talung designs are available for purchase.
For updates or further inquiries, please contact the Suchat Sapsin Nang Talung House.
Address Information
• Location: No. 6, Soi Si Thammasok 3, Si Thammasok Road, Tambon Nai Mueang, Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat District. Nakhon Si Thammarat Province 80000
• Opening Hours: Open daily from 07:00 – 17:00 hrs.
(or 08:30 – 17:00 hrs., according to some sources) • Admission: Free (no charge)
• Telephone: 075-346-394