This recognition was awarded by TURKSOY, the International Organization of Turkic Culture, due to the museums’ outstanding efforts in promoting national values and cultural heritage both within Kazakhstan and abroad. The award was presented by TURKSOY Secretary General Sultan Raev.
“We have seen significant progress in Almaty’s museums over the past two years. Not only have people from Turkic countries, but also from Europe and Asia, had the opportunity to admire the unique exhibitions organized by Almaty. Exhibitions in cities like Istanbul, Seoul, Prague, Naples, and Vienna have left art and history enthusiasts in awe of the artifacts and cultural items you presented,” said Raev during the award ceremony. He also acknowledged the strong support provided by the city’s administration in advancing the museums’ efforts.
The Almaty Museum Association includes several prominent institutions such as the People’s Musical Instruments Museum, the Akhmet Baitursynuly Museum-House, the S.Mukanov and G.Musrepov Literary Memorial Complex, the N.Tlendiev Memorial Museum, the Multimedia and Music Center, the D.A. Kunaev Museum, the Raiymbek Batyr Memorial Complex, and the Museum of Almaty City History. Notably, entry to these museums is free for schoolchildren, a decision made by Almaty Mayor Erbolat Dosaev.
Furthermore, with the support of the city administration, Almaty museum specialists have participated in training and internships in Paris (Louvre), Seoul, Istanbul, Naples, Vienna, Samarkand, Baku, Ashgabat, and Prague. They have organized seven international exhibitions and signed 15 international cooperation memorandums.
