LOCALLY PRODUCED ⋅ FAIR TRADE ⋅ HANDMADE

ETHNIC HANDICRAFTS

600 HANDICRAFT PRODUCERS ⋅ 20 ETHNIC GROUPS ⋅ 13 PROVINCES IN LAOS

OUR IMPACT

50%
OF EVERY SALE GOES BACK TO OUR ARTISAN PARTNERS AND THEIR FAMILIES

3 ways to shop with taec and support local ethnic artisans >

OUR STORES

When visiting Luang Prabang, be sure to stop at one of TAEC’s fair trade ethnic handicraft stores. Engage with our knowledgeable handicrafts team to learn more about the artisan origins, production process, and the exquisite crafts heritage of Laos.

Be sure to browse souvenir textiles, woodcarvings, books, musical instruments, and accessories after your visit to the museum.

OPEN 9AM > 6PM (CLOSED MONDAYS)

Located on the main road in Ban Vat Sene, the Boutique branch of TAEC is open every day to cater to shoppers looking for the perfect keepsake.

OPEN DAILY 9AM > 9PM

Not in Luang Prabang? No problem! Shop our most popular handicrafts, accessories, and branded items from your home.

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OUR ARTISAN PARTNERS

Our shops stock handmade, locally produced crafts from over 20 different ethnic groups while bringing modern twists to traditional motifs, natural dyes, and craftsmanship passed through the generations. We showcase traditional crafts practiced throughout Laos – – the wood carving of the Ta Oy people of Champassak, heavy handspun cottons dyed a rich indigo by the Tai Phuan of Savannakhet, colourful appliquéd toys made by Akha women in Phongsaly, and sturdy crocheted wild Liana vine bags by the Kmhmu of Oudomxai Province – – all original village-made handicrafts produced by ethnic minority artisans through our livelihoods development programme.

In addition to the obvious benefits of extra income, the programme also fulfils TAEC’s broader mission of promoting interest and investment in ethnic minority cultures. In gaining a monetary value, as well as their value as a symbol of identity and culture, traditional handicraft skills are revitalised and continue to be practiced through the generations.

Meet the artisans!