Creative Economic Development Model of Lanna Lantern Manufacturers at Muang Sart Community in Muang District, Chiang Mai Province

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to study the creative economic development model of Lanna lantern manufacturers in Muang Sart of Muang district, Chiang Mai province. Using the methodology of qualitative research by surveying the potential of the product and by in-depth interviews with local philosophers who create the Lanna lantern. The results offield research showed that Muang Sart community has made Lanna lanterns for a long time. It is beautiful, exquisite artistic workmanship and has different styles. Muang Sart community does not only produce Lanna lanters of super quality, it also has the potential to be developed as a site of cultural tourism. The creative economic development model of Lanna lantern manufacturers was based on 3 important aspects 1) Participation factors, 2) Economy factors and 3) Potential of the community.