The effects of istanbul modern on the Art Museum industry in Turkey

The art industry of Turkey started centuries ago and has developed considerably, especially in the last century. One of the most important factors of this development has been the art museums in the country. The public's interest in art through art museums has increased, thus the art industry in the country has progressed. Specifically for Turkey's art industry, the 21st century has seen the establishment of important art museums one by one, one of them being Istanbul Modern. Bringing the modern museum concept to our country for the first time, Istanbul Modern has immensely influenced the industry with all the services it offers, especially the art museums that came and will come after it. Therefore, this dissertation aims to convey the effects of Istanbul Modern on the art museum industry in Turkey. By considering this aim, the research focuses the questions what makes a modern and contemporary art museum, how did the art industry in Turkey originate and develop through centuries, and how was Istanbul Modern founded and reached its present importance.