Tai communities in Chiang Mai share a unique ethno-linguistic background. It has linked them across borders from China to Thailand through Burma and Laos. Our Southeast Asian historian, Dr. Rattanaporn Sethakul, introduced us to three Tai groups that have made important contributions to the history and culture of Chiang Mai. Followed by a day trip excursion to discover these Tai communities and learn more in person.
On 20 May 2026, our Lifelong Learning participants enjoyed a deliciously educational afternoon exploring the world of chocolate at Siamaya Chocolate, located at Weave Artisan Society. During the “From Bean to Bar” workshop, participants learned how award-winning...
On February 23, 2025, our Lifelong learning participants explored the journey of coffee from cherry to cup, beginning at the Mae Jo warehouse. We observed the pulping, drying, hulling, and grading processes that prepare beans for roasting, gaining a deeper...
Dr. Susan Conway, currently a research associate at the Institute of Development Studies, Sussex University, gave three talks and led two excursions over the course of eight days in early February. On Monday, 9 February, she gave an overview of the Lan Na Tai belief...