One Phang Nga village community that was hit hard by the 2004 tsunami, Baan Nam Khem, has officially opened a museum about the tsunami, known as the Asian Tsunami (which was commemorated again recently).
Thailand’s Minister of Culture, who attended the opening, says the museum will educate people about the history of how the tsunami devastated the Baan Nam Khem community, and also bring the community more income and create jobs. He said it would also teach people how to avoid or reduce suffering from any future natural disasters.
There has been displays and information on the site for many years.
The minister added that the museum would also be a tourist attraction, and a community centre for local art and culture. Thai PM Prayut was also at the opening ceremony by teleconference. He stressed that even though the tsunami happened over 17 years ago, people affected and their…
