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House 2
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The original location of the second house, which was built in the 1929, is at soi yam soo pree at Thung Maha Mek sub district. It was dismantled and rebuilt to be exhibited as a part of this museum due to its rich history. The first floor of this house is supposedly a clinic where the second floor is a bed room for Mother Sa-Arng’s first husband, Francis Christian. Now, in the museum, the first floor is displayed as a living space with photos and old furniture Francis Christian was an Indian doctor who met and fell in love with Mother Sa-Arng in Penang, Malaysia when they were traveling. Dr. Francis Christian moved to Thailand to marry Mother Sa-Arng because in the past, it was not normal for women to marry and live away from Thailand. 

Mother Sa-Arng and Dr. Francis Christian had no children during their years of marriage. Dr. Francis Christian works very hard as a doctor in a hospital and he always wanted to open a clinic in his house. Unfortunately, his clinic was not opened as he passed away on a trip to Chiang Mai around his forties. To the left of the stairs, you will see the curated examination room where old medical equipment Dr. Francis Christian used is showcased. There are weight scales, basins, toilets and other medical equipment. Walking out of the examination room, you will see the living space and bedroom of Dr. Francis Christian. His bed, his diaries , architectural draft and his desks are showcased. 

Fun Facts of House2

  • As the person stands on the weight scale, the mirror reflects the number for the person to see.

  • Dr. Francis Christian went to Oxford University.

  • Immigration to Thailand was easy for Dr. Francis Christian because of his marriage with a Thai wife.

Model of Dr. Francis Christian

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