The Odyssey of Byzantine Studies in Turkey

ANAMED Research Center for Anatolian Civilizations, İstiklal Caddesi No. 181, Merkez Han, Beyoğlu, İstanbul

Koç University Sevgi Gönül Center for Byzantine Studies presents the exhibition “The Odyssey of Byzantine Studies in Turkey” at ANAMED Gallery, showcasing various aspects of the field, from education to field studies. The exhibition takes a chronological approach, exploring the multicultural nature of Byzantine studies during the late Ottoman era and the institutionalisation of the field in the Turkish Republic. It also delves into developments since the 1990s, including scientific meetings, exhibitions, and archaeological research. The exhibition features oral history videos, interactive elements, and archival documents.