The exhibition “Talking Letters: Messages from Masters to the Youth,” composed of letters written by prominent figures from the worlds of culture, art, academia, education, and medicine to inspire younger generations, was inaugurated with a ceremony at the Mustafa Ayaz Museum on April 26, 2025. The exhibition will be open to visitors until May 25, 2025.
Published alongside the project and bearing the same name, the book offers both a visual and auditory experience, allowing readers to access the authors’ recorded letters through QR codes.
A Collection and Social Responsibility Project
**Managed by Günsu Saraçoğlu and Betül Ketenci, and compiled by Seha Dosdoğru, the “Talking Letters” project aims to make a meaningful contribution not only to art enthusiasts but also to society. All proceeds from book sales will be used to support the quality education of hearing-impaired children aged 0–6 through the Children’s Education Association.
The project is also supported by prominent institutions such as Bülent Ketenci, Aydın Boru, Evrim Art Gallery, Mikado Communication, and Doğru Adımlar Consultancy.**
Emotional Moments at the Opening Ceremony
Speaking at the opening of the project, project managers Günsu Saraçoğlu and Betül Ketenci expressed their belief in the transformative power of art with the following words:
“First of all, we would like to thank the Mustafa Ayaz Museum management and our Ankara co-project manager Ayla Aksoyoğlu for supporting the meeting of this project with Ankara’s art lovers.
We remember our esteemed teacher Mustafa Ayaz with longing and love.
This project is the tangible manifestation of our dream to illuminate the future of our children through the magic of art.
For years, we have believed in the transformative power of art; now, we have turned that belief into a bridge of love for the education of our hearing-impaired children.
Endless thanks to everyone who contributed to this project, which stands as a manifesto of hope and solidarity.”
Director of the Mustafa Ayaz Museum, Nilay Ayaz, also stated:
“As the Mustafa Ayaz Museum, we are delighted to host this meaningful exhibition composed of letters written by esteemed figures from various disciplines to inspire the younger generations.”
How to Obtain the Book?
The “Talking Letters” book can be obtained at the Mustafa Ayaz Museum exhibition area between April 26 and May 25, 2025.
After the exhibition, the letters featured in the project will continue to meet art enthusiasts on various platforms.
Contact and Press Information:
📍 Mustafa Ayaz Museum, Ankara
📅 April 26 – May 25, 2025
