Türkpusat Traditional War Armaments Museum is a thematic specialized museum aiming to introduce the traditional war tools (armaments) used by Turks throughout history, and in this regard, to preserve cultural heritage and transfer it to future generations.

While embracing a contemporary museology approach, the museum offers visitors the opportunity to touch historical materials, experience workshops, and engage in hands-on learning through the principle of "touchable museology." Beyond viewing collections related to Turkish war and sports history, visitors can also participate in the production processes of materials like arrows, bows, and thumb rings in the workshops.

^{Türkpusat Traditional War Armaments Museum (Turkish Museums)}

History and Establishment

The museum was established on June 15, 2019, in the Altındağ district of Ankara. Its founder is Muhiddin Uyanık, who is registered as a traditional Turkish archery artist and cultural heritage bearer. The museum was founded with the aim of promoting traditional Turkish martial arts and crafts. Founder Muhiddin Uyanık is also the founder of Türkpusat, the first private traditional archery shop and training ground opened in Turkey after the Republican era. With the aim of bringing to light the philosophical and historical depth of Turkish archery, alongside its craftsmanship, the museumization process was initiated, and within this scope, the Türkpusat Traditional War Armaments Museum was put into operation in 2019.

Museum Collection and Exhibition Content

The museum exhibits war tools from various periods, especially traditional Turkish archery, and their production processes. Key artifacts in the collection include:

• Arrowheads (452 pieces),
• Thumb rings (18 pieces),
• Spearheads (10 pieces)
• Swords: Types such as Yatağan, Koltukaltı sallama, Şimşir, Gaddare
• Other weapons: Dagger, axe, halberd, mace, war club, shield, trench
• Armors, helmets, and military clothing (caftan, börk)
• Ethnographic objects: Quiver, arrow case, jaw harp, target

^{Arrowheads (Türkpusat Museum Website)}

^{Swords (Türkpusat Museum Website)}

^{Armor, Shield, Helmet (Türkpusat Museum Website)}

Among the prominent artifacts is a sword from the period of Abdülhamid II, made of Damascus steel. The museum's collection is unique, especially in terms of the variety and historical coverage of its arrowhead collection. It is archaeologically and culturally valuable as it includes pieces ranging from the Neolithic and Chalcolithic ages to the Ottoman period.

^{Military Armaments and Equipment (Türkpusat Museum Website)}

Education and Activities

Beyond merely being an exhibition space, the museum operates as a center where pedagogical and cultural activities based on active learning are organized. Services offered in this context include:

• 45-minute comprehensive presentations with an expert guide
• Basic level traditional archery training
• Workshops: Production of bows, arrows, thumb rings, armor, arrow cases, etc.
• Seminars, conferences, and cultural tours
• Traditional music concerts and archery performances

Located within the museum, Kemankeşan Coffee aims to enhance the cultural experience by offering visitors traditional beverages (sherbet, kumis) and third-wave coffee options.

^{Türkpusat Workshop (Türkpusat Museum Website)}

Museology Approach

Türkpusat Museum adopts contemporary museology approaches, and in line with universal museology principles, it prioritizes an interactive, pedagogical, and interdisciplinary exhibition concept. In this regard, the "touchable museology" approach is implemented; both original and replica artifacts are made available for visitors to experience.

The museum emphasizes that the art of war is not merely an instrumental aspect, but also presents a holistic entity through its multi-layered relationships with philosophy, aesthetics, literature, and craftsmanship.

Transportation and Visit Information

The museum is located in Ankara's historical Kale Neighborhood, right next to the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Visiting hours and contact information are as follows:

Address: Kale Neighborhood, Gözcü Street, No: 9, Altındağ / ANKARA

Phone: +90 312 311 12 35

Website: www.turkpusat.com.tr

Visiting Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 09.00 – 18.00

Closed Day: Monday