Galatasaray Museum is a cultural center in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 1868 by Ali Sami Yen

Ali Sami Yen

Ali Sami Yen is best known as the founder of Galatasaray Sports Club. His original name was Ali Sami Frashëri and he is the son of Sami Frashëri, one of the most famous Albanian writers, philosophers and playwrights...

, to inform the society of the traditions and history of Galatasaray. The museum is open to the public everyday except Mondays.

The Building

The museum initially opened at Kalamış Bay. Later in 1919, it was moved to Galatasaray High School. The museum building, formerly known as Galatasaray Post Office, was restored and remodelled to suit a museum. Galatasaray Museum was renovated and reopened in 2009 with a very successful and contemporary exhibition concept.

Admission and location

Museum hours

• Tuesday - Sunday: 10.00 - 19.00
• Closed on Mondays.

Admission:

• Free admission for all.

Address
İstiklal Caddesi No: 90

Beyoğlu - İstanbul, Turkey

First Floor - Lycee de Galatasaray & Galatasaray University Section

First floor of this museum is dedicated to Lycee de Galatasaray and Galatasaray University.

Second Floor - Galatasaray Sports Club Section

Second floor of this museum is dedicated to Galatasaray Sports Club

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