Chiang Mai Design Week 2026, 5–13 DEC

Faculty of Political Science and Public Administration, CMU

CMU After Dark: Hidden Stories of the Campus

CMU After Dark: Hidden Stories of the Campus A creative walking tour that reimagines Chiang Mai University as a living landscape of stories, memories, culture, and urban learning. Inspired by the concept of “Walking as Learning,” the program transforms walking from a simple physical activity into an immersive experience of discovering hidden narratives and local identities within the campus. The tour invites participants to explore lesser-known spaces and stories across Chiang Mai University in the evening. Along the route, participants will visit significant locations such as Sala Tham, Elephant Shrine, Ang Kaew Bridge, Ang Tad Chompoo, Fai Hin Market, and the university library, while engaging with the hidden histories, cultural memories, and local narratives associated with these spaces. Beyond tourism, the project aims to promote physical and mental well-being through walking, encourage meaningful social interaction, and create new forms of participatory urban learning between students, university communities, and local residents. The project also demonstrates the potential of university spaces as creative public landscapes that can support cultural tourism, community engagement, and innovative city experiences in Chiang Mai.
Hosts/Speakers
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chanintorn Pensute