Upcoming Events
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British Plans for the Upper Siamese-Malay Peninsula Over the Nineteenth CenturyLecturesThursday, 3 October 2024 at 19:00 -
The Siam Society Literary Lounge: In Search for Cio Cio San: King Rama V’s Opera Visits of 1907Special EventsSaturday, 5 October 2024 at 14:00 - 16:00
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Exploring the Mediterranean Gems: Discover the Charms of Sardinia and CorsicaStudy TripsWednesday, 9 to Monday, 21 October 2024
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Art, Diplomacy and the Projection of Power: The Thai Elephant Statues in Singapore, Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh CityLecturesThursday, 17 October 2024 at 19:00
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From Ancient Salt Well to Diversity of Ethnic Lifestyle, Art and Culture of Hmong, Lua and Thai Lue in the Picturesque Scenery of Nan ProvinceStudy TripsFriday, 18 to Sunday, 20 October 2024
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Dunhuang Revisited: Mogao Buddhist Caves (4th -14th Centuries)LecturesSaturday, 19 October 2024 at 10:30
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Enlightenment in This Lifetime: Liberation Through the Practice of the Buddha’s TeachingLectures19, 20, 21, and 22 November 2024 at 14.00 - 16.00
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Exploring the Most Exquisite Rock-Cut Caves in Maharashtra, IndiaStudy TripsTuesday 10 to Monday, 16 December 2024
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Discover Sindh and the Ancient Civilisation of the Indus Valley, PakistanStudy TripsSaturday 18 to Monday, 27 January 2025
News
The Siam Society
Under Royal Patronage
The Siam Society Under Royal Patronage was established in 1904 with a mission to promote knowledge of the culture, history, arts and natural sciences of Thailand as well as those of neighbouring countries. The Society’s activities are guided by its motto: “Knowledge Gives Rise to Friendship” and it welcomes visitors of all nationalities, including non-members, to visit its facilities and join its activities.
Our Involvement
We engage in and encourage the cultural activities of like-minded organisations, and on occasion, we co-organise activities and cultural advocacy campaigns.
Make a Donation
Your contribution to The Siam Society will enable us to continue to carry out our mission in promoting the study and knowledge of the cultures, history, arts, and heritage of Thailand and its neighbouring countries.
Proceeds will also go towards the necessary funding of our various programme, e.g. library, museum, publications, lecture, study trips, and performances.
Our Facilities
Library
The Siam Society library specialises in the fine arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences of Thailand and other countries in Southeast Asia. It is also noted for its outstanding collections of rare books and palm leaf manuscripts. In 2014 the Thai Library Association awarded “Outstanding Specialist Library” status to The Siam Society library.
Kamthieng House Museum & Saeng Aroon House
Kamthieng House Museum is a superb example of a traditional northern Thai house, and within it is displayed a permanent ethnological exhibition that showcases the traditional beliefs and ideologies of the Lanna people.
Kamthieng House is currently under a major restoration and is temporarily closed to the general public until further notice.
Private Functions
The Siam Society is an unexpected oasis of tranquillity in the city. The compound includes buildings of distinctive architecture and lovely gardens, and exudes a Thai spirit that will make any intimate ceremony, reception, medium-size conference, concert or launch a memorable occasion.
Get Involved
Subscribing for membership allows individuals to enjoy the facilities and activities in full, while also supporting the continuity of The Siam Society’s operations.