The Art Memberships Every Cultural Traveler Needs in Turkey
Turkey’s art scene continues to grow with exhibitions from renowned local and international artists as well as festivals and biennials. An art membership with an annual fee at Istanbul’s or Ankara’s important art institutions definitely pays off in terms of discounts and inclusion in special events.
1. CerModern
Located in Turkey’s capital, Ankara’s CerModern is one of the country’s most important hubs for contemporary art as well as regular workshops and events revolving around art. CerModern offers five different memberships that go from individual to VIP. The lowest price is the Individual membership for 130TL, which includes priority access to the exhibitions, a 10% discount at the CerShop, a 5% discount at all workshops, and a members-only newsletter. The Golden membership (1500TL) also includes free parking, priority booking for all events, and a 10% discount for renting the museum space for events. The VIP membership (5000TL) includes access to guided tours with artists and curators, additional free memberships (one individual and two student), and mention of your name in the sponsorship labels.
CerModern, Anafartalar Mahallesi, Altınsoy Cad. No:3, 06101 Sıhhıye/Ankara, Turkey, +90 312 310 00 00
2. Sakıp Sabancı Museum
Museum
Istanbul Modern
Istanbul’s most important hub for contemporary art, Istanbul Modern offers an individual membership for 180TL that is one of the most advantageous for the price. The membership includes free admission for one year, discounted admission for your guest, previews of exhibitions, invitations to exhibition openings, expert guided tours, free entry to the Istanbul Modern Cinema screenings, a 10% discount on programs and workshops as well as the restaurant, and invitations to members-only events. The membership categories also include family (350TL), young (1,400TL), silver (1,800TL), and gold (6,500TL) that present even more advantages such as collaborations with museums and art institutions abroad, special art excursions, and visits to galleries and artist studios.
Istanbul Modern, Kılıçali Paşa Mahallesi, Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. No:4, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey, +90 212 334 73 00
3. Pera Museum
Museum
4. IKSV Tulip Card
Store, Theater
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