Chiang Rai Contemporary Art Museum

The gallery’s modern structure rises cleanly from the surrounding farmland, creating a sharp contrast with the rural landscape. Outside, a sculptural bamboo installation forms a tunnel-like walkway that draws visitors inward, opening up to a circular performance space at its core that’s occasionally used for events and gatherings.

Inside, the focus is on artists connected to Chiang Rai and the wider northern region, giving the space a strong sense of local identity. Exhibitions rotate, with many works exploring environmental and social themes tied to the area. One of the most compelling threads centres on the contamination of the Kok River, with artists responding through painting, installation and mixed media.

Chiang Rai Contemporary Art Museum. Rim Kok, Chiang Rai. 9am-5pm, closed Monday