BLACKPINK’s 10th anniversary event at Seoul’s National Museum of Korea puts Amazing Thailand: Masterpieces of Thai Art in the global spotlight.

How many cultural exhibitions can say they had BLACKPINK posing in front of their sign? We’re guessing not many.

The group recently marked their 10th anniversary at the National Museum of Korea, posing with a giant pink cake and, rather conveniently, a notable backdrop. Behind Kim “Jisoo” Ji-soo, Kim “Jennie” Jennie, Park “Rosé” Chae-young and Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal was the sign for Amazing Thailand: Masterpieces of Thai Art,  a major exhibition running until 6 September and the largest showcase of Thai cultural history ever staged in Korea.

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Bringing together 239 cultural treasures from 21 national museums across Thailand, the exhibition spans centuries of Thai history through sculpture, painting, decorative arts and other objects, with works from the National Museum Bangkok among the highlights.

The exhibition takes visitors through three chapters, from ancient Thailand to the present day. 

• Part 1: Thailand Before Thailand features prehistoric pottery, bronze objects and even a Roman-style lamp, showing how connected the region was to trade between East and West. 

• Part 2: The Glory of Thai Kingdoms covers the Sukhothai, Lanna and Ayutthaya eras, with the Walking Buddha, Sangkhalok ceramics traded across Asia and royal treasures. 

• Part 3: The Land of Monarchy and Buddhism moves into the modern era, with royal metalwork, colourful Khon masks and Buddhist art showing the traditions that continue to shape Thai life today.

Judging by the attention it’s getting, our Lisa is doing a fantastic job as the official ambassador of the Thai tourism industry, however accidentally! And frankly, Thai art and culture could hardly ask for a better global spotlight. 

If you’re anywhere near Yongsan, Seoul, swing by 137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan District. It’s open 9.30am-5.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, and 9.30am-9pm on Wednesday and Saturday, with last admission 30 minutes before closing. Entry is free.