Scholarship & Grants Program
Scholarships and grants for continuing and advanced education is part of the Foundation’s core programs. Since 2003, the Niyom Pattamasaevi Foundation has granted numerous high school and university scholarships yearly to students who demonstrate academic excellence and strong, socially responsible leadership skills. Each year, top three graduates from Assumption College Lampang are awarded scholarships to attend a university in Thailand. The Foundation also awards two scholarships per year to attend Thammasat University.
Library NET Reading Program
The Library NET Reading Program encourages reading, writing, listening and storytelling among children. A roaming van, equipped with a moveable library of books and magazines, visits 20 schools located outside Lampang township on a monthly basis throughout the year. In addition to bringing new books, our team engages with the children through activities that promote reading, writing and storytelling as a productive and enjoyable pastime. Our team also encourages children to discuss the books among their peers and to speak and socialise in a group setting.
Science Laboratories
Since 2006, the Foundation has been active in constructing and updating science facilities at Assumption College Lampang. The laboratories are designed and equipped to serve as a multi-purpose physics, chemistry and biology labs. The Foundation has ongoing programs to install new science laboratories in the district’s high schools and middle schools. We provide opportunities for teachers from Assumption College and Mahidol Wittiyanusorn School to develop and enhance their skills through cooperative learning programs.
Livelihood and Life Skills
Most communities in Lampang still rely on income from farming. Our education program include a livelihood and life skills. Our programs combine academic knowledge and cultural knowledge to demonstrate the importance of both in creating sustainable livelihoods and communities.
Two pilot projects — The Bank Project and the Goat Farm Project — demonstrate our focus on promoting livelihood and life skills. In 2015, the Foundation began a pilot program to teach school-age children money management and basic banking skills. The Foundation opened bank accounts for children in 20 schools, donating an initial deposit of 50 Baht for each student. The pilot program is designed to encourage youth to learn to manage their earnings and build a savings program. Similarly, in 2015, we began a farm project to teach school-aged children how to care and feed farm animals, raise livestock and cultivate a home garden.
Lampang Arts Center
The Lampang Arts Center (LAC) offers a creative space for Lampang artists, students and the general public to display their art. Contemporary and traditional techniques in painting, sculpture, wood carving, among other mediums are strongly encouraged.
The Lampang Arts Center is an original Lanna style building, fully restored by the Niyom Pattamasaevi Foundation in 2006. Built with local teak and endowed with a pitched roof and carved cornices typical of Lanna-style home, the center is a historic landmark and is one of the few buildings of this era and style that have been restored to their original form. In 2007, the Siam Architect Society awarded the center with Distinguished Conservation of Lanna Style Architecture Award. Lampang Arts Center is located on Kong Ta, or the historic Old Market Street, where it stands alongside other landmark buildings.
Exhibition Space
Each month, LAC hosts exhibitions from local and regional artists. Artists are permitted to exhibit their work free of charge. Each exhibition lasts one month, and artists are required to host a community workshop during their exhibition. Visitors may view the artwork during operating hours, free of charge.
Creative Workshops
The Lampang community is endowed with many traditional and contemporary artists. We are also within close proximity to the thriving art community in Chiang Mai. LAC hosts visiting artist workshops on a regular basis. For more information.
Pattamasaevi Learning Center (Co-Learning, Co-Working Library)
The Pattamasaevi Learning Center is a library and study room filled with book and magazines. A bright and open space, the learning center offers English and Thai language reading materials, as well as computer facilities for reading and writing activities. Intended for students of all ages, the learning center is also open to young and older adults interested in reading materials and enjoy the fully-equipped co-working library.
Artist in Residence
We are expanding our programs in this area. Artists are provided short-term housing and space to create and show their work. If you are interested in applying for an Artist in Residence.
Calendar of Events
Information on upcoming events, or to book an exhibition or event, please visit our Facebook Page or email us directly.
Location & Hours of Operation
Lampang Arts Center is located on Old Market Street or Kong Ta, among Lampang’s historic buildings. Pattamasaevi Learning Center is located directed behind the arts center
Lampang Arts Center
Friday: 11:00 – 18:00
Saturday – Sunday: 13:00 – 21:00
Pattamasaevi Learning Center
Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 – 18:00
The Lampang Arts Center (LAC) offers a creative space for Lampang artists, students and the general public to display their art. Contemporary and traditional techniques in painting, sculpture, wood carving, among other mediums are strongly encouraged.
The Lampang Arts Center is an original Lanna style building, fully restored by the Niyom Pattamasaevi Foundation in 2006. Built with local teak and endowed with a pitched roof and carved cornices typical of Lanna-style home, the center is a historic landmark and is one of the few buildings of this era and style that have been restored to their original form. In 2007, the Siam Architect Society awarded the center with Distinguished Conservation of Lanna Style Architecture Award. Lampang Arts Center is located on Kong Ta, or the historic Old Market Street, where it stands alongside other landmark buildings.
Exhibition Space
Each month, LAC hosts exhibitions from local and regional artists. Artists are permitted to exhibit their work free of charge. Each exhibition lasts one month, and artists are required to host a community workshop during their exhibition. Visitors may view the artwork during operating hours, free of charge.
Creative Workshops
The Lampang community is endowed with many traditional and contemporary artists. We are also within close proximity to the thriving art community in Chiang Mai. LAC hosts visiting artist workshops on a regular basis. For more information.
Pattamasaevi Learning Center (Co-Learning, Co-Working Library)
The Pattamasaevi Learning Center is a library and study room filled with book and magazines. A bright and open space, the learning center offers English and Thai language reading materials, as well as computer facilities for reading and writing activities. Intended for students of all ages, the learning center is also open to young and older adults interested in reading materials and enjoy the fully-equipped co-working library.
Artist in Residence
We are expanding our programs in this area. Artists are provided short-term housing and space to create and show their work. If you are interested in applying for an Artist in Residence.
Calendar of Events
Information on upcoming events, or to book an exhibition or event, please visit our Facebook Page or email us directly.
Location & Hours of Operation
Lampang Arts Center is located on Old Market Street or Kong Ta, among Lampang’s historic buildings. Pattamasaevi Learning Center is located directed behind the arts center
Lampang Arts Center
Friday: 11:00 – 18:00
Saturday – Sunday: 13:00 – 21:00
Pattamasaevi Learning Center
Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 – 18:00
Baan Boriboon Performing Arts Centre
Culture endures only when it is celebrated, performed and enacted, and Baan Boriboon has been artfully restored to provide a stage and venue for the performing arts in the community. When the Niyom Pattamasaevi Foundation acquired Baan Boriboon, it was structurally compromised. one of Lampang town’s oldest buildings with an incredible story that sheds light on Lampang town’s own history. The Foundation enlisted the help of historians, anthropologist and cultural architects to renovate and resurrect the building to its original integrity. The house now serves as a teaching, exhibition and performance venue for the cultural arts.
Workshops for Youth
The Foundation sponsors year-round classes for primary and middle school children in performing arts. Traditional Lanna dance and Kong Pu Ja (a traditional ceremonial drum performance). Handicraft, wood-working, sculpture, among other visual and performing arts are also taught on a revolving basis. The lessons are coordinated with each school, making it easy for students and teachers to participate in the ongoing lessons.
Lampang Province is home to many renowned master artists and cultural performers. Many have contributed their time and efforts to our efforts. If you are interested in volunteering an art skill or lead a workshop.
Dance & Music Performances
Baan Boriboon provides a venue for local dancers and musicians. Large performances are held in an outdoor lawn. Smaller performances can be accommodated inside the historic building.
Curated Exhibitions
Special exhibition featuring traditional textiles, artifacts and handicrafts are held several times per year. Exhibitions focus on the history of Lampang Province and the diverse cultures of its citizens.
Calendar of Events
Information on upcoming events, or to book an exhibition or event, please visit our Facebook Page or email us directly: admin@pattamasaevi.org
Hours of Operation
Baan Boriboon is located on Tippawan Street, a short stroll from Mae Wang River and one block from Kad Kong Ta Weekend Market.
Open Saturday – Sunday: 18:00 – 21:00, or by appointment.
Heritage Conservation
Heritage Conservation
Lampang exhibits a staggering range of architectural styles and boasts numerous heritage building and temples unique the town. Many are in a state of disrepair and/or unused. The Pattamasaevi Foundation is committed to exploring opportunities and undertaking projects that restore historic buildings to their architectural and aesthetic integrity and make them available for communal use.
The seat of the ancient Lanna Kingdom, Lampang has long been a cultural crossroads. The ancient kingdoms and religions of central Thailand, Burma, India, Khmer, Laos and China have all left their mark on the culture and cuisine of Lampang. In the mid 1800s, Lampang was the capital of the teak trade, hosting colonial British teak companies and teak barons from Myanmar and beyond. The imprint of these diverse cultures is evident in the architectural styles seen throughout the town – from private homes and municipal buildings to temples and places of worship. With the decline of the teak trade and modern commerce shifting to nearby Lamphun and Chiang Mai, many of Lampang’s historic buildings have been either underused or not used at all.
To date, the Foundation has successfully restored the Lampang Art Center, a traditional Lanna style house, and Baan Boriboon, an original Burmese-style bungalow, were dutifully restored and repurposed each to serve the community.
The Foundation has underwritten the renovation of learning and gathering spaces at Wat Tama’O and Chetawan Monastery, among Lampang oldest and most architecturally and culturally important landmarks.
In Bangkok, the Foundation restored historic BP House, which now serves as the central offices for Montara Hospitality Group.
For additional information on restoration of each building, please contact us at: admin@pattamasaevi.org.