Khon Kaen National Museum

Situated in the town of Khon Kaen, this museum has become the one of the more notable museums in northeastern region. Exhibitions include a comprehensive sampling of archeological discoveries in the region.

On the lower level, the museum offers an intriguing collection of Ban Chiang artifacts, including pottery with geometric, flower and animal designs, human skeletons, tools, ceramics artifacts, and bronze objects. Also located on the first floor is a collection of artifacts from the Dvaravati period, including sema (boundary stones) from the Kalasin Province, stucco sculptures, and inscriptions.

On the upper level, bronze statuettes, silver plaques and votive tablets from the Khmer and Lop Buri periods are on display, and include Khmer and Lop Buri style Buddha images, a large standing statue of a guardian spirit, and a small headless statue of Vishnu. Perhaps the most interesting piece is a stone lintel portraying Indra on a three-headed elephant. In addition, the upper level of the museum contains several artifacts from the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya periods.

The Khon Kaen National Museum is open daily from 9.00-16.00, and is closed on national and religious holidays.

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