Founded in 2022 by artist Canan Bozbağ, Hara is an independent space for art and culture celebrating creativity through original exhibitions, performances, concerts, events, and learning programmes.

Nestled in the forests of Uskumruköy, on the outskirts of the city yet closely connected to it, Hara serves as a meeting point for artists, thinkers, and curious minds from across disciplines. Through its exhibitions and events, Hara aims to inspire visitors of all ages, while its learning programmes encourage creative exploration and discovery.

Designed by architect Ceni̇z Kurt, Hara encompasses 2,000 m² of indoor space alongside a garden landscaped by Ermanno Casasco, which features a permanent sculpture collection. With its creative studios, meeting and gathering spaces, café, shop, and library, Hara invites visitors to engage in transformative encounters and imaginative experiences.

Hara’s art programmes, centred on plurality and dialogue, are shaped by an Exhibition Board composed primarily of artists.

Hara's annual exhibition programme offers emerging artists the opportunity to present their first major solo shows. With the artist residency programme Haravan, which provides artists with on-site accommodation and studio spaces, Hara aims to foster site-specific, slow-paced, and focused artistic practices.

Hara’s events programme brings together a range of disciplines including performance, dance, and music, while its learning programme draws inspiration from the 5,000 m² of greenery surrounding Hara, focusing on nature, science, and ecology.

Hara’s learning programmes encompass workshops and talks designed for all ages, structured as ongoing series that enable participants to engage in depth with specific themes.