
Founding Tarkhanyan Center
Founding
Who Was Arthur Tarkhanyan?
Arthur Tarkhanyan (1932–2006) was a pioneering Armenian architect whose visionary designs defined modernist architecture in Armenia. His landmark works include the Youth Palace, Zvartnots Airport, and the Memorial Complex of Armenian Genocide. Over his illustrious career, Tarkhanyan authored numerous urban plans, public buildings, and monuments, leaving an indelible legacy in both architecture and academia. His innovative spirit continues to inspire generations of architects.
Opening of the Arthur Tarkhanyan Museum
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Significance & Mission
Preservation of Legacy
The center safeguards Arthur Tarkhanyan’s archives for future generations, providing an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and architecture enthusiasts.
Educational Role
By hosting workshops, lectures, and seminars, the center educates visitors on modernist movements, architectural conservation, and cultural heritage.

Cultural Exchange
Through partnerships with other cultural institutions and architecture schools—both in Armenia and internationally—the center fosters dialogue on architectural innovation, heritage preservation, and the relevance of mid-century modernism in today’s context.
Inspiration for Architects
Tarkhanyan’s style—marked by a bold modernist stance blended with Armenian motifs—continues to inspire new generations of architects seeking to combine local identity with contemporary design trends.
Get in touch
contactstarkhanyancenter@gmail.com
188, 16 Antarain St, Yerevan 0002