Dushanbe Teahouse (1998)

This unique building was the result of a foreign relations peace initiative led by the ‘Sister Cities’ program. The nation of Tajikistan, a country in the former Soviet Union, built this teahouse and Boulder sent a 'cyber cafe' in exchange. The Teahouse is a physical manifestation of the innovative peace movement popular in Boulder in the last third of the 20th century. This ornately decorated building is one of the few examples of a Tajik Teahouse outside of Europe and its interior is a masterwork of hand-made, geometric decoration.

You have now completed the tour of the proposed Civic Area Historic District. Historic Boulder Inc. appreciates you taking the time to view this remarkable neighborhood in the heart of Boulder.

Please voice your opinions about this proposed district to the City of Boulder – there is a place on the City Planning Department project website to send comments until mid-January 2024. The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, Planning Board and Landmarks Board will make recommendations to the City Council, who will decide in April 2024 whether to designate this area as Boulder’s 11th historic district. The project schedule and how to sign up to speak at a public hearing is also on the project webpage, https://bouldercolorado.gov/projects/proposed-civic-area-historic-district”