First: The museum is a little far off, and a visit is worthwile mostly for those who are on the island for longer than just one afternoon. This being said, I was quite surprised by the modern approaches taken by those who compiled the exhibition: Although people might get exhausted by the huge number of texts, you can learn almost everything you need to know about the Adalar. You will stumble upon a short note on the effects of climate change to the Marmara Sea, and - that's what made a very positive impression on me - you learn about the fate of Greeks and other minorities in the contexts of pogroms (e.g. 1955) and discrimination. Although the very first part of the exhibition doesn't look too inviting, you will notice that the creators of the museum put much love in it. It really is a shame that this important museum is so far off and doesn't occupy a more prominent building.

If you are on a short half day trip to this island, this place can eat up at least 1 hr of your time which is not wise keeping in mind the beauty and nature island itself offers. But if you are interested in history of this island you may find it interesting. I ll suggest just give a very very visit on your first trip only.. Do explore the island and spend max time on beautiful tracks.