Zeki Akbas

★ 5 3 years ago

An excellent, private museum with archeological and interesting pieces on display. It is composed of two separate sections, one modern and one old. During my visit there were two special exhibitions, both quite well presented. It is also worth spending a little time exploring the garden area at the back and perhaps having a coffee to relax and think about the old times. There is a small entrance cost. Recommended.

conceptual

★ 5 11 months ago

After years of thinking it was too far off the beaten path, we finally visited the Sadberk Hanım Museum—and what a revelation! The museum itself is absolutely fantastic, and the journey there is nothing short of delightful. We embarked from Eminönü, taking a leisurely ferry ride along the Bosphorus to Büyükdere, warm cups of tea in hand from the onboard café. The museum visit with the scenic vouage was a perfect half-day excursion. The museum is just a few minutes' walk from the pier, housed in two buildings, one of which is a historic 19th-century wooden villa. The archaeological collection is top-notch and diverse, showcasing artifacts that are often hidden away in other Islamic countries due to their explicitness. There's also an impressive array of Islamic art, including a fascinating circumcision bed! Before heading back to the city's hustle and bustle, we enjoyed a relaxing coffee in the museum's garden. Don't let the perceived distance deter you—this museum is a must-see!

Ahmet Selim Bozok

★ 5 3 years ago

This review is about two current exhibitions open to the public, October 2022. First a brief history of the museum as written at the official web page: SADBERK HANIM MÜZESI Vehbi Kog Foundation's Sadberk Hanim Museum is Turkey's first private museum intended to exhibit the private collection of Sadberk Koc, the wife of Vehbi Koc. The Museum was opened on 14 October 1980 at a building called the Azaryan Mansion in Sariyer-Büyükdere. Azaryan Mansion was built at the end of the 19th century and was purchased by Koc family in 1950. It was used as the family's summer retreat until they decided to convert the building into a museum in 1978. Between 1978-80, the building was subjected to a restoration project by Sedat Hakki Eldem and was converted into a museum. // On the ground floor is displayed an unusual collection of historical letter and documents wallets, some dating from 1700's. They belong to the private collection of Ömer Koç. All the wallets are embroidered leather with gold ornaments. This exhibition is a must to see. The top floor hosts a small collection of glass birds. The museum is open all days of the week except Wednesday's, entrence fee is 15tl.