Opened in 2010 as a subsidiary of the Vehbi Koç Foundation, Arter has moved to its new building in Dolapdere in 2019.

At its new building, Arter strives to be a sustainable, vibrant cultural hub, making its broad range of programmes accessible to everyone.

From 2010 to 2018, at its building on Istiklal Street, Istanbul’s main pedestrian artery for culture and arts, Arter presented 35 solo and group exhibitions and provided support for the production of 183 artworks in the framework of its programme.

At its new building designed by Grimshaw Architects, London, Arter presents exhibitions from but not limited to its collection as well as performances, events and publications.

Arter's new building has 18,000 square meters of indoor area and houses, in addition to exhibition galleries, a terrace, performance halls, learning areas, a library, a conservation laboratory, an arts bookstore, and a café.