Thailand offers free entry to 5 geology museums on 13 October
Thailand’s Department of Mineral Resources will offer free admission to five geology museums nationwide on 13 October 2026 to commemorate the anniversary of the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin announced on 10 October that the department would waive admission fees for Thai visitors on Tuesday, giving […] The post Thailand…
On 13 October 2026, Thailand's Department of Mineral Resources will offer free admission to five geology museums across the nation in honor of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, known as the "Great." This initiative was announced by Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin on 10 October, aiming to provide families and young people with a free chance to explore geology, fossils, and mineral resources during the holiday.
The participating museums are diverse, spanning the northern, central, and southern regions of Thailand. The Lampang Geology Museum, in Lampang, serves as a major center for geology and natural history in the north. The Sirindhorn Museum in Kalasin, recognized at the ASEAN level, focuses on dinosaurs and fossil research. The Phu Wiang Dinosaur Museum in Khon Kaen is situated near the site of Thailand's initial dinosaur fossil discovery.
The Queen Sirikit National Geological Museum in Pathum Thani showcases exhibits on geology, mineral resources, and geoparks near Bangkok. Lastly, the Phunphin Geological Museum in Surat Thani presents educational displays on geology and geological hazards in the south.
The Department of Mineral Resources encourages Thai residents and tourists to visit their nearest museum on 13 October and delve into Thailand's rich geological heritage without incurring any admission fee.
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