HERITAGE INTERPRETATION: ANALYSIS STUDY OF LABOR HERITAGE IN THE CASE OF THAI LABOR MUSEUM, BANGKOK, THAILAND

  • Siripen Yiamjanya Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok

Abstract

Thai Labor Museum in Bangkok is the first and the only museum in Thailand that brings many aspects and issues about Thai laborers to public awareness. The heritage narrated in this museum regards the significance of Thai history and contemporary events that involve Thai laborers in the political and social dimensions. The museum represents historical realm of Thai labor and recognizes labor identities through their hard time of works and life. The purpose of this study was identified with the following research questions: (1) how is the situation of the interpretation of heritage in the case of Thai Labor Museum?; and (2) what could be alternative interpretation approach for labor heritage? Based on the qualitative approach, the study used SWOT analysis framework as the method, carried out with the existing interpretation of the museum. Primary, secondary and tertiary interpretations were suggested. Also, critical issues and problems for interpretation at the site were addressed. Additionally, the study marks tourism route potential, connecting the museum with the historic railway factory heritage at Makkasan Workshop. Future development would create a new public and tourism precinct set amongst the backdrop of the industrial heritage of Thailand.

Author Biography

Siripen Yiamjanya, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok

International College, Suan Sunandha Rajbhat University,

 Bangkok 

Published
2019-11-28
How to Cite
Yiamjanya, S. (2019). HERITAGE INTERPRETATION: ANALYSIS STUDY OF LABOR HERITAGE IN THE CASE OF THAI LABOR MUSEUM, BANGKOK, THAILAND. International Conference "Actual Economy: Local Solutions for Global Challenges", 400-412. Retrieved from https://conferaces.com/index.php/journal/article/view/128