Inside İzmir Culture and Arts Factory, this museum brings archaeology and ethnography together in a former cigarette factory on Atatürk Caddesi, in Konak. Its collection spans from prehistoric times to recent history, with Ottoman-era objects and items connected to the founding of modern Turkey. Look for terra cotta sarcophagi, a gold coin minted by King Croesus of Lydia and Mustafa Kemal Atatürk’s thermos. The displays give a focused look at the history and material culture of İzmir and western Turkey.
Archaeological collections
The archaeological displays cover finds from İzmir province and its surroundings. Objects range from prehistoric periods to more recent history. Among the collection’s distinctive pieces are terra cotta sarcophagi and a gold coin minted by King Croesus of Lydia.
The museum also displays ancient coins, lamps and jewellery from the Archaic Period. These objects offer different points of entry into the region’s past, from burial practices to personal adornment and everyday use.
Ethnography and modern history
The ethnographic collection includes objects connected to daily life, traditions and crafts in the region. Local clothing, household items and agricultural tools show how material culture changed over time.
Ottoman-era pieces sit alongside objects linked to the founding of modern Turkey, including Mustafa Kemal Atatürk’s thermos. The museum’s setting adds another layer to the visit: its displays are housed in the former İzmir cigarette factory.
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How long should I allow for a visit?
Allow about two to three hours for a thorough visit.
What can you see at the museum?
The collections include archaeological finds, terra cotta sarcophagi, ancient coins, lamps, jewellery, ethnographic objects and items connected to modern Turkey.
Where is the museum?
It is at Mimar Sinan, Atatürk Cd. No:129, in Konak, İzmir.
