The concept behind our centennial celebration of the Republic's foundation is the vision of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who, a century ago, after liberating the Anatolian lands oppressed under foreign occupation at great cost, established the Republic of Türkiye under exceptionally challenging circumstances with the ambition to 'Surpass the Level of Contemporary Civilizations.' The events and exhibitions that embody the commitment of the people of Türkiye to nurture culture and make significant strides in contemporary art shall serve as a symbol of the Republic throughout Bodrum Peninsula until January.

Curated by Prof. Dr. Kıymet Giray, the "Republic's Pride Art Events," specially prepared for the Republic's 100th anniversary, will introduce contemporary art as a new chapter in Bodrum's history, richly written with art and culture. The exhibitions, accompanied by conferences, will enhance the public's awareness of the Republic's 100-year milestone, the flourishing of culture and art during the Republic era and contribute to increasing their prominence and awareness. These exhibitions will bring a dynamic facet to our city, instill a love for art in our young generation and, most importantly, serve as a poignant reminder of the accomplishments of our Republic to all our citizens.

At the Turgutreis Şevket Sabancı Culture & Art Center, the works of esteemed artists who have left a significant mark in art history through national and international exhibitions and published books, such as Devrim Erbil, Mehmet Aksoy, Hanefi Yeter, Bedri Baykam, Ahmet Oran, Mahir Güven, Ekrem Yalçındağ, Seydi Murat Koç, Burcu Perçin, Beyza Boynudelik, Nur Gürel, Burçin Erdi, Fırat Engin, Asaf Erdemli and Mehmet Çevik, will be featured.

At the Mausolus Exhibition Hall located in the center of Bodrum, an exhibition will encompass the works of instructors from Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University - Bodrum Faculty of Fine Arts, including Erol Turgut, Musa Köksal, Erhan Şengöl, Burcu Karabey, Barış Yılmaz, Ayşe Canbolat, Şükriye İnan Çalapkulu, Elif Köse and Samet Aygün.

The Artemisia Exhibition Hall, as part of the 'Republic's Pride Events,' will showcase Burak Erim's "We Follow in Atatürk's Footsteps" painting exhibition, featuring contemporary interpretations of Atatürk portraits.

Lastly, at the Bodrum Heredot Culture & Art Center, in celebration of the Republic's 100th year, 155 artworks by 155 artists, who have transformed Baret caps, symbolizing labor and technology, into works of art through their designs and have defined the technological advancements achieved over the past century, will be displayed as a continuous donation to Bodrum Culture Inc., as part of the Ali and Sezer Ak Collection.