Three Taps of the Gavel closing the 152nd Assembly
...been called and as Chautauquans proudly assume, in what does its uniqueness consist? (pp. 238-239) Sound familiar? We have improved on many things, but it is uncanny the number of common challenges and opportunities. Yet, we would not be here today if we were doing things the exact same way as we did in 1874 or even 1974. As we celebrated Chautauqua’s 150th birthday, we sought to look to the future, while honoring its past....
Stephine Hunt Named Manager of Literary Arts
Chautauqua Institution today announced the appointment of Stephine Hunt to the permanent, full-time role of Manager of Literary Arts. Since 2017, Hunt has served Chautauqua Institution and supported Chautauqua Literary Arts programming as the manager of the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle (CLSC) Octagon in a seasonal and part-time capacity. She is a Ph.D. candidate (ABD) in American Studies and a teaching assistant in the Department of Indigenous Studies at the University at Buffalo, as...
What’s New in 2025?
...our pre-season. During the Summer Assembly, we will have staff on the first floor of Hultquist and at other high traffic class locations to assist students with registration needs. For instance, Monday mornings at the Arts Quad, Heinz, and Turner. Here’s how to reach us: Pre–season appointments begin April 28 Contact: specialstudies@chq.org or 716-357-6348 Summer Assembly Office Hours: Sunday: Noon–3 p.m. Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday: Closed Change in Sunday Schedule The...
Season’s Greetings from Chautauqua Institution!
...available anytime online at tickets.chq.org. The Athenaeum Hotel Closed: Dec. 21–Jan. 2 Online Reservations: Always available Chautauqua Health & Fitness (Turner Community Center) Monday–Friday: 6:30 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday–Sunday: 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Closed: Dec. 25 & Jan. 1 2 Ames Open: Dec. 27–Jan. 1 For details or special events, call 716-237-7066 Common Grounds Monday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Sunday: Noon–3 p.m. Closed: Dec. 24 & 25 We wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season...
Property Owner FAQ
...vehicle used by the contractor. How do I get permission to close a road for a construction project? Please contact Jack Munella, Director of Facilities and Grounds, at 716-357-6237 or jmunella@chq.org. You may also contact the Department of Safety & Security at 716-357-6225. We require at least one business day’s notice prior to the day you are requesting closure. Requested road closures are limited in duration with prior permission and may not be permitted if...
Forum Dialogues: Response to Community Input and Suggestions
...Heirloom to enable more training time, so we can further improve the Week One experience for guests. Pre-season soft openings and increased training will be implemented across all venues. The expectation for all operations will be full preparedness on day one of the season, as opposed to several days into the season. Speed of service and managing volume: Additional patron seating was added to the porch, lawn, and in Heirloom to increase volume during pre-show...
New to Chautauqua
...lecture themes Things to Do Explore a world of possibilities: Attend a Concert – Enjoy live music in a one-of-a-kind setting. Plan Your Day Trip – Craft the perfect visit, whether for a day or a week. Bring the Family – Activities and experiences for all ages. Events & Programs – Lectures, performances, and special events. Performing & Visual Arts – Music, dance, theater, and galleries. Education & Special Studies – Enrich your mind with...
2021 Planning FAQ
2021 Planning FAQ Ticket Office Phone room hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Closed weekends and holidays) ticketoffice@chq.org 716.357.6250 Welcome Center Central Information Desk Phone hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Closed weekends and holidays) infooffice@chq.org 716.357.6200 Main Gate Welcome Center (including public restrooms) These facilities are closed to the public until further notice. What kind of season are you planning for 2022? Our Board of Trustees has approved an outline of a plan to...
Children’s School
...to other Chautauqua program sites or visits to the Smith Memorial Library for story hours. What regulations or guidelines impact the operation of Children’s School? Children’s School operates under a day camp permit granted by the New York State Department of Health. Teacher-to-student ratios, safety and emergency plans, and available medical staff support are all requirements of the permit-granting procedure. May I register my child for single days or half days? Registration for Children’s School...
Visit CHQ’s Summer Assembly
Plan Your Visit This Is the Place: Learning, discovery, reflection and play intertwine here. At Chautauqua, we strongly believe in the power of play, reflection and discovery to reinforce or catalyze learning experience. That’s why so many of our educational offerings — across all our programming pillars, for all generations — emphasize creativity, movement, introspection or social engagement as essential component. Chautauqua represents a separation from day-to-day life that allows space for exploring with a...