A Conservation of KhanLong Hin Handcrafts (Stone - Polished Bronzeware) in Ban Bu Community, Bangkok for Sustainable Tourism

Abstract

The objectives of this research were 1) to study handcrafts called Khan Long Hin (stone - polished bronzeware) in Ban Bu Community, Bangkok Noi, Bangkok 2) to preserve inheritance of handcrafts called Khan Long Hin for sustainable tourism. This research based on quantitative research. The data were collected through the in-depth interview from craftsmen in Ban Bu community area at Bangkok Noi, Bangkok. The results revealed that the process of crafting Khan Long Hin was inheritted for long time. The most common pattern designed of Khan Long Hin were Kanok or Maliwan. There are many products from Khan Long Hin such as tray, plate, and rice bowls. The drinking bowl is the most famous form of Khan Long Hin, as it can keep cool well. However, this handicraft is about to be expunged since no one inherit. The new generation in the community prefer to do other careers which earn more money. The guideline for a conservation of the KhanLong Hin handcrafts is that the government should support and enhance the value of this handicraft through the tourism campaign which will be able to promote the Khan Long Hin handicraft and also preserve the heritage for next generation.