Istanbul Modern
Istanbul Modern, a.k.a. Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, (Turkish: İstanbul Modern Sanat Müzesi) is a contemporary art gallery located inside the Galataport complex in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey. Inaugurated on December 11, 2004, Istanbul Modern was Turkey's first modern and contemporary art gallery and focuses on Turkish artists. It is a private venture under the umbrella of the nonprofit Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts.
İstanbul Modern Sanat Müzesi | |
Istanbul Modern designed by Renzo Piano | |
Location of Istanbul Modern | |
| Established | December 11, 2004 |
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| Location | Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Turkey |
| Coordinates | 41.02660°N 28.98436°E |
| Type | Contemporary art museum |
| Chairperson | Oya Eczacıbaşı |
| Architect | Renzo Piano |
| Website | www |
As of 2004, Oya Eczacıbaşı serves as Chair of the Board of Directors.
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