Invest an hour and learn about Lao ethnic groups. It was fun to learn how Lao meet, court and marry. Nice gift shop.

The Centre has beautiful and interactive displays about the traditions, cultures and beliefs of the ethnic peoples of Lao. Remarkable histories and stories tell the making of textiles and jewelry; interactive displays and films round out a very compact and information museum. Loved learning more about the meaning behind the stitchings of Hmong and Akha peoples, and the friendly, helpful... More

Very well laid out, great costumes and we loved the courtship video, it gives a real insight into modern day hilltribe life.

TAEC is a great way to begin your visit in Luang Prabang. The exhibit is clear and concise and gives an easy to understand overview of the various tribes and peoples that comprise Laos without being overwhelming. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The gift shop has a wonderful array of items and is a must for unique gifts... More

if you want to understand more about ethnic Groups in Laos, there history and way of life then this is the place to go!

Small museum with excellent displays that showcase the various ethnic groups in Loas. Well organized, great captions. Helped me to understand the diversity in Loas.

TAEC is a wonderful museum that provides balanced information and interpretation about the ethnic diversity in the area. I have visited several "hilltribe" museums in Thailand and other countries in SE Asia and their displays are often sad, out of date, and seem to place ethnic minorities in a static time capsule. I am greatly impressed with how TAEC provide... More

Amid the temples and tourists of Luang Prabang, this is awelcome spot. If you like this, there is a store in town - I believe it is called "Made in Laod"- that has a museum upstairs that is almost as nice as this one.

Not too large to be boring, video presentation (on weddings when we went but changes) Excellent cafe and gift shop which supports charities