The Atatürk House Museum in Konya, Turkey, is a two-story historical building that once served as the residence of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The museum reflects both the cultural heritage of Konya and the city’s significant role in the Turkish War of Independence, featuring photographs, documents, and personal belongings of Atatürk.
Constructed in 1912 on Atatürk Avenue, the building was made of cut stone, rubble stone, and brick. It was registered under the Treasury in 1923 and initially used as the Governor’s Mansion. During Atatürk’s visits to Konya, the house was allocated for his stay. In 1927, Konya Municipality purchased the property from the Treasury, and on July 19, 1928, it was registered in Atatürk’s name as a gesture of gratitude from the people of Konya, bearing the note, “A gift from the people of Konya to President Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.”
In 1940, the building was acquired by the Konya Special Administration for a symbolic price and continued to serve as the Governor’s Mansion until 1963. That same year, it was transferred to the Ministry of National Education, restored, and opened to visitors on December 17, 1964, under the name “Atatürk House-Culture Museum.”
To mark the 100th anniversary of Atatürk’s birth, the General Directorate of Antiquities and Museums under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism carried out further restoration and reorganization. The museum reopened on April 17, 1982, under the name “Atatürk Museum.” During these renovations, the building’s residential character was carefully preserved, ensuring that its original architectural features remained intact.
Today, the museum presents a detailed portrayal of Konya’s contributions to the War of Independence through archival materials and photographs. Exhibitions are arranged on both floors, featuring panels and showcases that display documents, photographs, and newspaper articles about Atatürk’s visits to Konya. On the ground floor, visitors can view documents and images from his pre-Republic visits, while upstairs exhibits include personal belongings and clothing used by Atatürk during his stays in the house.
