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For 150 years, Chautauqua has served as a catalyst for creative exploration, educational growth, relaxation and recreation. Each day brings forth new opportunities to live, learn and laugh on our historic grounds. We invite visitors to join a community that enriches mind, body and spirit year after year.

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June 23 @ 12:00 am

Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden 2024 - June 23–August 23

Strohl Art Center Upper Sculpture Garden

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Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden 2024 – June 23–August 23
Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden 2024 – June 23–August 23
Sunday, June 23rd 2024 - Friday, August 23rd 2024
@ 12:00 am
Strohl Art Center Upper Sculpture Garden
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Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden 2024 – June 23–August 23

Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden 2024 exhibition runs June 23–August 23. Featuring outdoor sculptures by Dan Droz, Carin Mincemoyer, and Lydia Musco.

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June 23 @ 1:00 pm Week One (June 22–29)

"Off the Walls" Exhibition - June 23–August 20

Strohl Art Center 2nd Floor

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“Off the Walls” Exhibition – June 23–August 20
“Off the Walls” Exhibition – June 23–August 20
Sunday, June 23rd 2024 - Tuesday, August 20th 2024
@ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Strohl Art Center 2nd Floor
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“Off the Walls” Exhibition – June 23–August 20

“Off the Walls” exhibition runs June 23–August 20. Opening reception June 23, 3-5pm. “Off the Walls” is an exhibition featuring a dozen contemporary artists who create small sculptures, and are at the peak of their careers, showing nationally and internationally. As the title implies, all works will be hung from the ceiling or displayed on pedestals. Works in wood, glass, clay, metal, and concrete will be featured. This exhibition is generously sponsored by Brenda and Larry Thompson. Curated by Judy Barie.

Artists: Dee Briggs, Sam Chung, Seth Clark, Alison Croney Moses, Dan Droz, Brian Engel, Kyle Johns, Howard Jones, Nate Lucas, Andrea Moon, Lydia Musco, Jose Sera, Shoji Satake.

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June 23 @ 1:00 pm

"Holding Space: Woven Works" Exhibition - June 23-August 4

Fowler-Kellogg Art Center: 1st Floor

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“Holding Space: Woven Works” Exhibition – June 23-August 4
“Holding Space: Woven Works” Exhibition – June 23-August 4
Sunday, June 23rd 2024 - Sunday, August 4th 2024
@ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center: 1st Floor
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“Holding Space: Woven Works” Exhibition – June 23-August 4

“Holding Space: Woven Works” exhibition runs June 23-August 4. This exhibition is a nuanced exploration into woven structures including jacquard weaving, pulled warp tapestry, and basketry. While distinct in style and perspective, these works collectively address notions of containment, transformation, and connection to place through abstraction. They make space for and carry our stories. Curated by Erika Diamond.

Artists: Carly Feddersen, Carrie Hill, Susan Iverson, Anina Major, John Paul Morabito, Skye Tafoya, Hope Wang, and Sarita Westrup.

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July 3 @ 10:00 am

"Simpatico: Works by 2024 School of Art Faculty" exhibition - July 3-August 11

Fowler-Kellogg Art Center 2nd floor

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“Simpatico: Works by 2024 School of Art Faculty” exhibition – July 3-August 11
“Simpatico: Works by 2024 School of Art Faculty” exhibition – July 3-August 11
Wednesday, July 3rd 2024 - Sunday, August 11th 2024
@ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center 2nd floor
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“Simpatico: Works by 2024 School of Art Faculty” exhibition – July 3-August 11

“Simpatico: Works by 2024 School of Art Faculty” exhibition runs July 3-August 11. Opening reception July 3, 3-5pm. Simpatico: characterized by shared attributes or interest, compatible. It is an honor to introduce you to the work of the new Chautauqua School of Art faculty and also paintings by our new Artistic Director, Erika b Hess. These nationally recognized artists will spend time teaching at the School of Art this summer, as well as participate in the CVA Lecture Series. This exhibition is generously sponsored by John and Susan Turben. Curated by Judy Barie.

Artists: Sachiko Akuyama, Alex Callendar, Erika b Hess, Susan Lichtman, Kevin Umana, Cosmo Whyte.

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July 21 @ 10:00 am

"Wonder & Awe: Ashley Eliza Williams" Exhibition - July 21-August 20

Strohl Art Center 2nd Floor

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“Wonder & Awe: Ashley Eliza Williams” Exhibition – July 21-August 20
“Wonder & Awe: Ashley Eliza Williams” Exhibition – July 21-August 20
Sunday, July 21st 2024 - Tuesday, August 20th 2024
@ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Strohl Art Center 2nd Floor
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“Wonder & Awe: Ashley Eliza Williams” Exhibition – July 21-August 20

“Wonder & Awe: Ashley Eliza Williams” exhibition runs July 21-August 20. Opening reception July 21, 3-5pm. Ashley Eliza Williams, born in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Southwest Virginia, makes work about interspecies communication and alternative languages found in the natural world. Her work is “driven by a deep sense of wonder and curiosity about the non-human world.” Her paintings and sculptural investigations into the sentience of nature connect with Chautauqua Institution’s week seven theme of Wonder and Awe. This exhibition is generously sponsored by the Friends of CVA. Curated by Erika Diamond.

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July 24 @ 10:00 am

"In the Garden" Exhibition - July 24-Aug 21

Strohl Art Center: Main Galleries

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“In the Garden” Exhibition – July 24-Aug 21
“In the Garden” Exhibition – July 24-Aug 21
Wednesday, July 24th 2024 - Wednesday, August 21st 2024
@ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Strohl Art Center: Main Galleries
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“In the Garden” Exhibition – July 24-Aug 21

“In the Garden” exhibition runs July 24-Aug 21. Opening Reception July 24, 3-5pm. Inspired by what we learn from the garden, this exhibition reflects the complicated histories and often tenuous futures of flowers and food. It also digs at our relationship to them, as those charged with tending the garden. Through media ranging from still life painting to glass pâte de verre, these works tackle diverse subjects such as climate change, indigenous plant knowledge, growth/decay, and tulip mania. Join us in Strohl Art Center on July 24 from 5 – 6pm for a panel discussion with exhibiting artists. This exhibition is generously sponsored by the Kay Hardesty Logan Foundation. Curated by Erika Diamond.

Artists: Julia Blume, Kate Clements, Hillary Waters Fayle, Brian Fleetwood, Ryan Michael Flores, Margaret Jacobs, Regan Rosburg

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August 7 @ 10:00 am Week Seven (August 3–10)

"Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024" - August 7–22

Fowler-Kellogg Art Center: 1st Floor

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“Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024” – August 7–22
“Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024” – August 7–22
Wednesday, August 7th 2024 - Thursday, August 22nd 2024
@ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center: 1st Floor
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“Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024” – August 7–22

“Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024” runs August 7–22. Opening reception August 7, 3-5pm. We are once again happy to host our annual Member exhibition. This year our members will show work that they have created this past year, inspired by nature. As always, there will be watercolors, paintings, sculptures, and more for all to enjoy.

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August 7 @ 3:00 pm Week Seven (August 3–10)

"Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024" Opening Reception

Fowler-Kellogg Art Center: 1st Floor

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“Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024” Opening Reception
Wednesday, August 7th 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center: 1st Floor
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“Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024” Opening Reception

“Nature Inspired: Open CVA Members Exhibition 2024” Opening Reception August 7, 3-5pm. Exhibition runs August 7–22. We are once again happy to host our annual Member exhibition. This year our members will show work that they have created this past year, inspired by nature. As always, there will be watercolors, paintings, sculptures, and more for all to enjoy.

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