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Celebrating its 20th anniversary from September 24-28, 2025, Contemporary Istanbul transformed Tersane Istanbul into a global art hub, welcoming 54,320 visitors to the shores of the Golden Horn. In partnership with Akbank and Tersane Istanbul, this milestone edition brought together 52 galleries from 16 countries, showcasing 931 works by 579 artists. Highlights included large-scale installations by Arcangelo Sassolino and Summer Wheat at Aliée Istanbul, the Turkish debut of Judy Chicago’s iconic "What if Women Ruled the World?", and a prestigious "Focus America" section featuring industry leaders like Marina Abramović and Anne Pasternak. By integrating the city’s architectural heritage with contemporary practice—complemented by a unique naval transportation experience that carried 17,000 guests across the Bosphorus—the 20th year of Contemporary Istanbul solidified Tersane Istanbul’s position as a permanent and premier destination for international contemporary art.
Stay at nearby hotels while enjoying the experience.