Story and significance
About
Housing the memories of the 1923 population exchange, this museum holds great historical importance for the local history of Tuzla.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
Exchange Era and Memory
The museum exhibits cultural artifacts brought by immigrants who settled around İstanbul. Located directly in Tuzla, its location is marked on our Map. The permanent collection sheds light on a major historical turning point for Türkiye.
Visitors can view authentic clothing, photographs, and migration records from the early 20th century.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Museum
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
Related places around here
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Historic sites
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Historic sites
Tuzla Historical Train Station
Connected to the historic Baghdad Railway lineage, this heritage building is one of the oldest landmarks in Tuzla .
Historic sites
Tuzla Thermal Springs (Icmeler)
Mentioned in Evliya Celebi's Book of Travels, this historic thermal area forms the mineral spring core of Tuzla .