Set inside the Tilleke & Gibbins law firm in Bangkok’s Yan Nawa district, the Tilleke Gibbins Museum of Counterfeit Goods examines intellectual property infringement through a collection of more than 4,000 counterfeit items. Clothing, eyewear, cosmetics, medicines, food and automotive parts are among the goods represented. A guided tour explains how to distinguish imitations from genuine products and why counterfeiting affects brands, sellers and consumers. The museum is in a working law firm, so contact Tilleke & Gibbins in advance to arrange your visit.
A museum inside a law firm
The Tilleke Gibbins Museum of Counterfeit Goods is housed in the Bangkok offices of Tilleke & Gibbins, a working law firm. The firm established the museum to raise awareness of intellectual property infringement and its effects. This setting gives the collection a practical focus: the objects relate to trademarks, patents and copyright, rather than to a conventional history or design collection.
The museum is on the 26th floor of Supalai Grand Tower in Yan Nawa. It is away from central Bangkok’s main visitor areas and is not a place to expect to find by chance. Contact the firm to arrange a visit before making the trip.
What the collection covers
The collection contains more than 4,000 counterfeit goods and spans 14 broad categories. These include clothing and footwear, watches and eyewear, accessories, cosmetics and perfumes, food and household products, medicines, alcohol and cigarettes. Electrical supplies and automotive parts are also represented.
The examples include products that imitate familiar brands and goods that infringe patents or copyrights. Comparing an imitation with a genuine counterpart helps explain how infringement can appear in everyday products. The collection also gives context to the circulation of counterfeit goods in Thailand and the consequences for manufacturers, sellers and people who buy them.
Make the visit a guided one
A complimentary tour led by an associate from Tilleke & Gibbins’ intellectual property department can add context to the objects. The tour covers intellectual property and counterfeiting, including trademark infringement. Ask about arranging it when you contact the firm.
Because the museum shares space with a working law firm, plan access in advance. The firm may be able to arrange visits outside regular hours if contacted beforehand. Weekdays may be quieter for exploring the exhibits.
Perguntas frequentes
Do I need to arrange a visit in advance?
Yes. Contact Tilleke & Gibbins before visiting because the museum is inside the firm’s working offices.
Is there a guided tour?
A complimentary tour led by an associate in the firm’s intellectual property department is available. Ask about it when arranging your visit.
What can you see at the museum?
The collection has more than 4,000 counterfeit goods across 14 categories, including clothing, eyewear, cosmetics, medicines and household products.
Where is the museum?
It is inside the Tilleke & Gibbins offices on the 26th floor of Supalai Grand Tower in Bangkok’s Yan Nawa district.
