What began as a private museum, established by the family that runs Kanchana Boutique, has subsequently become something of a Lao cultural centre, with the help of several foreign NGOs. The emphasis at this leafy traditional Lao compound is predominantly on textiles, and in addition to a wooden house filled with looms and antique Lao textiles representing several ethnic groups, the museum also offers courses in weaving and dyeing, and a shop.
The museum also offers Lao cooking classes, although these didn't yet appear to be up and running during our visit, and on Saturdays, lessons on traditional Lao music, although the latter are only for those with experience playing Lao instruments and who are fluent in the Lao language. For both of these we'd advise calling the museum or Kanchana Boutique in advance.
The museum is located about 3km northeast of the National Circus (Hong Kanyasin); Kanchana Boutique can provide a map.
