A research on the relationship between ecomuseum andarchitecture in sustainable cultural heritage management

Preservation and perpetuation of cultural values are crucial for providing the continuity of cultural heritage. In order to ensure this continuity, ecomuseums play a critical role. Ecomuseums effectively engage in the preservation, perpetuation, and sustainability of both tangible and intangible cultural heritage. Therefore, the relationship between ecomuseums located in Türkiye and the discipline of architecture should be analyzed for the purpose of promoting their active utilization, dissemination, promotion, research and development. The aim of this study is to examine the significance of ecomuseum formation in the context of cultural heritage preservation, investigate the role and impact of architecture on ecomuseums and discuss the optimal approach for their development. In this context, the initial stage of the study involved identifying and thoroughly analyzing ecomuseums and areas exhibiting ecomuseum characteristics in Türkiye. In the second stage, the involvement of architecture in these areas and its degree of effectiveness were examined through ecomuseums and interviews were conducted with experts who have worked in the field of ecomuseums to obtain objective data. The conclusion section establishes that architecture enhances the value and attractiveness of ecomuseums.