Estufa, Albuquerque

The University of New Mexico campus houses a historical edifice named the Estufa, which derives its name from the Pueblo Indian's assembly room, also known as a stove or a warm room. Constructed in 1907-08 by a local social fraternity, it has been the primary meeting place for the Pi Kappa Alpha chapter since 1915. The Estufa's origin is steeped in fraternity tradition, with rumors that no woman has ever set foot inside. This revered building is recognized in both the New Mexico State Register of Cultural Properties and the National Register of Historic Places.

The Estufa is designed after a kiva, a ceremonial meeting place utilized by the Pueblo people. The adobe structure has thick walls and a solitary room without any windows, featuring seating around the perimeter. University president, William G. Tight, guided the construction of the building, advocating for Pueblo Revival architecture on campus. As one of the early structures in New Mexico to embrace this style, the Estufa has a unique historical significance.