This Museum was adapted from the building of the former commerce ministry, standing near the other tourist attractions in Bangkok such as Wat Pho and The Temple of Emerald Buddha. You can take the regular buses number 53, 82 from Pag Khlongtalad to the place.
The brief history of Former Commerce Ministry Building and Museum of Siam
The office of the ministry of commerce was built in the reign of Kingvajiravudh. The location used to be the palace of the prince of king Nangklao such as Prince Chettha Thiben, prince Ammarenbodin, prince Bhuminbhakdi and prince Ngon rot. The building was designed by Mr. Mario Tamagno, an Italian architect who came to work in Siam during the reign of king Chulalonngkorn. He designed many landmarks such as Anantasamakom throne hall, Wat Benchamabophit, Phanfalilat Bridge, Bannorasigh and Ban Phitsanulok the building is 3 stories high in a European style, E shaped building. The building was opened in 1992. Later, the ministry of commerce moved to the new office in Notthaburi province. The old building was restored and opened as a museum Siam.
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