Public Participation in Cultural Heritage Conservation: A Case Study in Khwae Village, Khwae District, Muang District, Maha Sarakham Province

Abstract

This research aims to study the participation of people in cultural heritage conservation : a case study of the cultural heritage of villagers in Khwae Village, Khwae District, Muang District, Maha Sarakham Province.

          This qualitative research was use indepth-interview together information from the sample people, both local villagers and involved person. The result of research found that, the participation of villagers in Khwae Village, Khwae District, Muang District, Maha Sarakham Province in cultural heritage conservation are low. Most of the cultural heritage is the state and community leaders. Local villagers are only co-workers by government agencies or community leaders. The project itself is still small. Include ideas or opinions are depends on the community leader. The way participation of villagers, it is found that various ways such as providing information about the tradition to people who are interested. Also provides support in all aspects. The main reason for participation because: 1) Wish to inherit the cultural heritage and 2) pride of being local traditions.