Orhan Kemal Literature Museum

Museums Beyoğlu İstanbul

The Orhan Kemal Literature Museum (Turkish: Orhan Kemal Müzesi) is a literary museum and archive in Istanbul, Turkey dedicated to Turkish literature, and named after novelist Orhan Kemal (1914–1970)....

Orhan Kemal Literature Museum - İstanbul
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About Orhan Kemal Literature Museum

The Orhan Kemal Literature Museum (Turkish: Orhan Kemal Müzesi) is a literary museum and archive in Istanbul, Turkey dedicated to Turkish literature, and named after novelist Orhan Kemal (1914–1970).

Established with the support of Orhan Kemal Culture and Arts Center, the museum is situated in a five-story building in Cihangir neighborhood of Beyoğlu. On display are photographs about his private life taken by Ara Güler, family photographs, original first edition of his books, his private letters, critics, articles and dissertations about his works. His study room contains his typewriter and many other personal belongings. His death mask is also exhibited in the museum. The building houses a bibliothek and a cafeteria for visitors.

It is accessible by walking from Taksim Square, and is open from 9:00 to 18:00 local time except Sundays. Admission is free of charge.

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Location and Access

Orhan Kemal Literature Museum is located in Beyoğlu district, İstanbul. Coordinates are 41.03055, 28.98357. You can get directions from the map below. You can request a licensed local guide for İstanbul.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Orhan Kemal Literature Museum is located in Beyoğlu, İstanbul. Coordinates: 41.03055, 28.98357.

A visit of 1-2 hours is usually enough; it can be combined with other stops nearby into a half-day route.

Yes. You can request a licensed local guide in İstanbul and visit Orhan Kemal Literature Museum with a professional tour guide.

Quick Facts

  • Province İstanbul
  • District Beyoğlu
  • Category Museums
  • Coordinates 41.03055, 28.98357

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