Atatürk Museum
Travel Point Overview
he building that now serves as the Atatürk Museum was built in 1912 as a two-story residence. On July 19, 1928, the people of Konya gifted this house to Atatürk as a token of their respect, and it was officially registered with the note:
Atatürk Museum – Konya
📍 Location: Atatürk Street, Konya
🏛 Historical Significance: A historic building gifted to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk by the people of Konya, later converted into a museum
🎖 Exhibits: Atatürk’s personal belongings, Konya’s role in the War of Independence, documents, and photographs
History of the Atatürk Museum
The building that now serves as the Atatürk Museum was built in 1912 as a two-story residence. On July 19, 1928, the people of Konya gifted this house to Atatürk as a token of their respect, and it was officially registered with the note:
"A gift from the people of Konya to President Gazi Mustafa Kemal Pasha."
🛡 Between 1940 and 1963, the building was used as the Governor’s Mansion.
📜 On December 17, 1964, it was opened to visitors as the “Atatürk House Cultural Museum”.
🏛 In 1981, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Atatürk’s birth, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism restored the building, and in 1982, it was reopened as the “Atatürk Museum”.
🔧 Between 2001 and 2003, it underwent further restoration by the General Directorate of Monuments and Museums of the Ministry of Culture.
Museum Sections and Exhibits
🏠 The museum's layout has been preserved as it was when the building was used as a residence.
🔹 Displays feature Atatürk’s personal belongings.
📜 Panels provide information about Konya’s role in the War of Independence and Atatürk’s visits to the city, illustrated with historical documents and photographs.
📰 Exhibits include newspaper clippings, Atatürk’s handwritten notes from his time in Konya, and transcripts of his speeches.
🎖 Various objects, clothing, and personal items used by Atatürk in this house are also showcased.
Atatürk and Konya
Konya played a significant role during the War of Independence and in the early years of the Republic.
🔹 Atatürk received strong support from the people of Konya during the National Struggle and visited the city multiple times.
🔹 This museum serves as a historical landmark reflecting Atatürk’s connection with Konya and the admiration of the Turkish people for their leader.
Why Visit the Atatürk Museum?
✅ Take a historical journey by exploring Atatürk’s personal belongings and documents from the War of Independence.
✅ Learn key details about Atatürk’s visits to Konya through archival records and historical panels.
✅ Use the Advisormapp app to locate the museum and create a route to explore other historical landmarks in Konya.
Konya’s Role in Republican History
The Atatürk Museum is an essential site for understanding Konya’s contributions to the War of Independence, Atatürk’s connection with the city, and the foundation of the Republic. Every visitor to Konya is encouraged to explore this museum, witness Atatürk’s legacy up close, and experience a piece of Turkish history.
📍 Visit the Atatürk Museum and be a witness to this historical heritage! 🚀✨
