PARIS, France – Permanent Secretary for Culture Prasop Riangngoen led a delegation of Ministry of Culture executives to the Louvre Museum on May 24, 2026, to exchange knowledge and best practices in museum administration and managing internationally renowned cultural exhibition spaces. During the visit, Louvre representatives shared insights into museum management, exhibition planning, and approaches to preserving and presenting cultural heritage. Discussions focused on operational strategies that enabled the museum to become one of the world’s leading cultural institutions.
The delegation toured some of the museum’s most celebrated masterpieces and historical artifacts, including the Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, The Coronation of Napoleon, and Mona Lisa. These works are iconic symbols of French cultural heritage and world art history. The Louvre, which originated as a fortress in the 12th century before becoming a royal palace and later a public museum in 1793, now houses more than 35,000 works of art and historical objects displayed across 72,000 square meters of exhibition space. Its collections span from prehistory to the mid-19th century.
In addition to studying exhibition management, the Thai delegation exchanged views on interpreting and presenting historical artifacts, exhibition storytelling techniques, and the design of educational visitor pathways to enhance public engagement and learning experiences. The visit provided valuable insights to support the continued development of Thailand’s museums and cultural learning centers in line with international standards, while improving accessibility and cultural experiences for residents and visitors. (NNT)
