Historical exhibition on Turkish-British relations opens in London
The exhibition, shedding light on the past of the two countries, opened its doors on the 175th anniversary of the Ottoman Empire's participation in the 1851 Great Exhibition in London.
Documenting the deep-rooted history between Turkey and the UK, the exhibition "Pages Opening to Friendship – Turkish-British Relations from Documents to Life" met with art and history enthusiasts at Arundel House in London.
Purpose and Curation of the Exhibition
Curated by Dr. Özgenur Reyhan Güler, the exhibition showcases the relations between the two countries through historical documents and newspaper clippings.
Historical Anniversary and Archives
Held on the 175th anniversary of the Ottoman Empire's participation in the 1851 Great Exhibition in London, the event focuses on the testimonies of diplomacy, culture, and the press.
Special documents selected from Prof. Dr. Osman Kubilay Gül's archive collection were brought together in this exhibition.
Upcoming Stops
Following the opening at Arundel House, the exhibition will continue to meet visitors at the Yunus Emre Institute in London and in the city of Manchester.