SMSamovar Club
A cultural and educational space
A cultural and educational space for gatherings, conversation and living tradition.
We create an environment where tradition becomes part of contemporary life: through conversation, tea, craft, music, silence and attention to people.
01The idea
In Russian culture, the samovar is more than a household object. It is an image of home, conversation, hospitality and trust.
Within the club we give this image a contemporary voice: not by stylizing the past, but through living formats that connect people, generations, cultures and professional communities.
Here tea becomes a reason to talk, and conversation the beginning of trust.
02Directions
with figures from art, philosophy and sociology
Conversations over a cup of tea with those who shape ideas. Guests share not a biography, but a view on time, creativity, society, culture and the way the world works.
Format: Video interviews, intimate conversations, special episodes.
A space where tradition meets contemporary craft. Artisans present work connected to tea, home, warmth and handmade labor.
Format: Exhibition, fair, pop-up showcase, meetings with makers.
A practice of mindfulness and inner dialogue through the tea ritual. Sessions may follow Chinese gongfu cha, or Russian and Siberian tea traditions.
Format: Intimate tea sessions, tastings, themed ceremonies.
A living collection of tea stories, recipes and memories. Every guest can share their own tradition and become part of a shared archive.
Format: Story cards, recipes, audio, video, publications on the website.
An evening of silence, live sound and unhurried conversation: music, poetry, readings or an intimate gathering by candlelight over a cup of tea.
Format: Intimate evenings, live music, poetry, acoustic performances.
03Who it's for
04Participation
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Attend a gathering, ceremony or club evening
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Present your craft at the exhibition and fair
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Be featured in a video interview or host an evening
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Support the club's cultural programs
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Share your own tea story and recipe
05Application
Tell us how you'd like to take part — we'll get in touch.
If you'd like to become a member, guest or partner, or to propose your own event format, get in touch with us.