The mansion was constructed in the mid-19th century and represents the 'Uşşakizade' family legacy in İzmir.
It served as the setting for significant historical events, including the period when Latife Hanim resided there following her marriage to Atatürk in 1923.
The restoration process focused on maintaining the original spatial integrity and traditional aesthetic of the Aegean mansion style.
The mansion is known locally as Uşşakizade Köşkü, referring to the influential family that originally owned the estate.
The garden contains original vegetation and layout elements that date back to the mansion's peak occupation years.
The Latife Hanim Mansion and Memorial House in Karşıyaka, İzmir, is the restored historical residence where Latife Uşşaki, the wife of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, lived. The mansion serves as a memorial museum highlighting the early Republican era of Türkiye through its architecture and curated interiors. It preserves the domestic environment of the Uşşaki family, providing insight into the personal life of one of the country's most significant historical figures. The building showcases traditional 19th-century Levantine architectural elements typical of the Karşıyaka district. Visitors can view various personal belongings and historical photographs displayed throughout the restored rooms. The mansion sits in a landscaped garden that reflects the historical atmosphere of the period.
The mansion's exterior facade from the garden entrance captures the classic architecture with the surrounding greenery.
Explore the surrounding Karşıyaka neighborhood after your visit to see other historical mansions.
Check the official Karşıyaka Municipality website before visiting to ensure the building is not reserved for private events or official ceremonies.
Do not confuse this site with the Atatürk Museum located in the central Alsancak district of İzmir.
Closed on Mondays.
Maintain a respectful tone as it is a memorial house; photography is generally permitted but avoid using flash in sensitive interior rooms.
