The Afife Batur Library opened its doors on July 9, 2021, as part of the transformation of the Hasanpaşa Gasworks into a public cultural and arts venue. 

The library is named in honor of Afife Batur, an academic who worked tirelessly to support the building’s conversion into the Gazhane Museum.

Designed by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) with an approach that transcends the traditional library concept, the facility spans 200 square meters, accommodates up to 160 people, and houses a collection of over 7,000 works. Readers can explore a wide selection of categories, including general culture, art, science, history, research, studies, urban studies, ecology, architecture, literature, philosophy, and sociology.

Embracing an interdisciplinary approach, the library serves as a vibrant hub for culture, art, and knowledge, hosting workshops and talks for all age groups. 

Residents can take advantage of the lending services available at the Afife Batur Library, as well as all other libraries operating under the IMM Department of Urban History, Promotion, and Tourism’s Directorate of Libraries and Museums.

Users can register for membership through several convenient methods:

Readers wishing to become members can quickly register and access our services using the IMM Library (İBB Kütüphane) mini-app located within the İstanbul Senin mobile application. 

Users who prefer to register via the e-Government portal (e-Devlet) should log in to turkiye.gov.tr, search for "İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi Kütüphane," and select the "Belediye Kütüphaneleri Üyelik Bilgileri Sorgulama ve Üyelik Başvurusu" (Municipal Libraries Membership Inquiry and Application) link. After filling out the required information and clicking the "Başvur" (Apply) button, the process is complete; patrons can then access all IMM Library services using the password sent to their mobile phones via SMS or email. 

Alternatively, readers who prefer to register in person can simply apply at the libraries by presenting a valid official identification document, such as a Turkish national ID card, driver's license, or passport.

Accounts created via the "Sign Up" tab at katalog.ibb.gov.tr provide access only to our digital collection. To make seat reservations, you must complete your registration through the "İstanbul Senin" app, after which you can reserve seats via the "İBB Library" mini-app.

Reservation Rules

To make a seat reservation, log in with your membership details at katalog.ibb.gov.tr and click the "Reservation" tab in the top menu. On the interactive map, you can select your desired seat for a specific date and time. Reservations can also be made directly through the "İBB Library" mini-app within "İstanbul Senin."

When entering and exiting the library at your reserved time, simply scan the QR code sent to your phone at the kiosk located at the entrance.

1. Seating can be reserved up to 1 day in advance.

2. You are allowed a maximum of 3 reservations per day. To make a second reservation, you must have scanned the QR code for your first reservation.

3. If you do not enter the reserved area within 15 minutes of the start time, the reservation will be automatically canceled.

4. Reserved seats appear in gray; available seats appear in green.

5. Reservations can be canceled by logging into the system and navigating to the "My Reservations" tab.

6. Break durations must not exceed 30 minutes. If this time limit is exceeded, a library staff member may cancel the reservation.

7. In our libraries equipped with turnstiles, the QR code must be scanned upon entry, exit, and when taking breaks.

8. In libraries without turnstiles, the QR code must be scanned upon entry and exit, but not during breaks.

9. The audio/group study area can be reserved for up to 4 hours. The number of people specified in the reservation must be present to meet the minimum occupancy requirement.

10. As the audio/group study areas are located inside the library, please be mindful of the noise level.

11. Food and beverages may not be consumed in any area of the library. However, personal thermoses are permitted.

12. Library staff reserve the right to make corrections or cancellations if deemed necessary.

13. By using the facility, users agree to comply with all library rules outlined here: https://ataturkkitapligi.ibb.gov.tr/tr/Kitaplik/Kullanici-Hizmetleri/Kutuphane-Kurallari/8

Capacity: 200 m², 160 people

Address: Hasanpaşa, İkbaliye St. No. 39, Kadıköy/Istanbul