Muazzez İlmiye Çığ celebrated her 100th birthday on June 20, 2014.
Muazzez İlmiye Çığ marked her centennial year on June 20, 2014, a significant milestone that drew attention in Turkey and among academic circles globally. The centenary celebration not only honored her long life but also her significant contributions to Sumerology. Reaching 100 years was a statement of her enduring vitality and passion for her work and advocacy. This milestone was celebrated through various media outlets, emphasizing her status as a national and international icon.