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Türk Tarih Kurumu (TTK) is a historical research institution in the Republic of Turkey dedicated to exploring and preserving Turkish history and culture. Founded in 1931, TTK works to conduct research, organize conferences, document monuments and archives, as well as publish books on Turkish history and culture.

The core values of TTK are to promote an appreciation of Turkey's rich cultural heritage through education and scholarship; to create opportunities for collaboration among historians and archaeologists; to ensure that important cultural resources are adequately preserved; and to facilitate access to primary sources for research purposes.

TTK has contributed significantly to the preservation of Turkish history by researching, cataloguing and conserving archeological artifacts, monuments, inscriptions, manuscripts and other documents related to the country’s past. The organization also publishes over two hundred books annually that document its findings.

TTK welcomes contributions from individuals who wish to further their understanding of Turkish history. There are various ways people can get involved - scholars can participate in conferences or write articles for the organization's publication series; volunteers can help with archival work or assist with conservation efforts at museums; or individuals can donate funds or other resources directly.

Yes! In recent years, TTK has partnered with a number of international organizations in order to expand its mission globally. These collaborations range from joint archaeological excavations abroad, to lectures given by scholars from both countries held at seminars within Turkey or abroad.

Yes! In addition to providing scholars with access to primary sources, TTK organizes workshops, colloquia and seminars throughout the year open for the public which cover topics related to Turkish history and culture. Those interested in attending such events should visit their website for more information on upcoming sessions.

Yes! TTK currently publishes dozens of books each year documenting its research findings on all aspects of Turkish History & Culture. Recent publications range from detailed studies on topics such as Ottoman Literature and Islamic architecture, monographs about ancient cities like Istanbul and Ankara., as well as collections featuring translations of classical poets from Persian into Turkish.

No – anyone is welcome join their mailing list free-of-charge through their website where they will receive notifications about their activities such as new publications or upcoming seminars.