A community built by volunteers.
Ahiska Turks Cultural Center is the home of the Turkish and Ahiska Turkish community in Wheaton, Illinois and the western suburbs of Chicago.
Where families come together
Established in Illinois in 1997, our center was founded by volunteers from the Turkish community who wanted a place where families could gather, where children could learn who they are, and where neighbors of every background could get to know Turkish culture.
Today we carry that spirit forward. We pass our language, faith, history and values from one generation to the next, and we help our community feel at home in American society while keeping its identity.
Our values
Education first
Our children and youth are at the heart of everything we do.
Heritage
We keep the Turkish language, Ahiska history and our traditions alive.
Community
We bring families together through meals, gatherings and trips all year.
Friendship
We welcome our neighbors and build bridges between cultures and faiths.
Programs for every age
Come and meet us
Visit our center, join an event or support our work.
