Thai Science Museum Wins Two Awards at International Government Media Conference
Thailand's National Science Museum won two international awards at Singapore's GovMedia Conference for its Science Caravan initiative and World Puppet Festival, both recognized for expanding public access to science education and fostering
The National Science Museum of Thailand (NSM) enhanced the country's international reputation by winning two awards at the GovMedia Conference & Awards 2026 on July 9, held at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore. The awards honored government agencies excelling in innovation, communication, and social benefit. NSM representatives, including Deputy Director Siriphat Seamvitthurorn and Dr. Wijitra Suriykul Na Ayutthaya, Head of the Museum's Academic Affairs Division, accepted the awards on behalf of the organization.
NSM received the Thailand Outreach Project of the Year – Science and Technology award for its Science Caravan initiative, recognized for its outstanding role in building public participation and expanding access to science, technology, and innovation knowledge for youth and citizens nationwide. The organization also won the Thailand Public-Private Partnership of the Year – Science and Technology award for the World Puppet Festival, reflecting the successful integration of government, private sector, and network partners in creating educational activities that foster innovation and tangible social benefit.
Both awards represent pride for NSM and Thailand, reflecting the organization's commitment to advancing science, technology, and innovation education across all sectors of society through impactful programs and partnerships. The recognition underscores NSM's dedication to improving science communication, promoting lifelong learning, and driving Thailand's sustainable development through both domestic and international collaboration.
