It has been 111 years since King Rama VI of Thailand graciously established The Fine Arts Department on 27 March 1911. The department has ever since committed to firm management of the nation’s art and cultural heritage, from conservation and protection to research, development and innovation of all works of art, including traditional dance, music, archaeology, museums, literary arts, architecture and fine arts.
Despite the present situation that has affected the department, it has continuously evolved and joined hands with various organisations from public and private sectors to drive the nation’s action on culture.
Consumer protection police and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials seized a large quantity of falsely labelled, sub-standard products worth about 30 million baht at a warehouse in Pathum Thani's Khlong Luang district.
Construction of a new museum in Pathum Thani province to commemorate the funeral ceremony His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great will be completed next year on schedule, the Fine Arts Department said on Monday.