A reminder to those who are spending the holidays at Chautauqua, there are some special events happening on the grounds for you to consider.
Chautauqua Institution is celebrating a major investment by New York State in the science-based conservation of Chautauqua Lake. A $4.7 million grant to Chautauqua Institution from the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (NYSEFC) will sustain scientific research and related infrastructure investments in Chautauqua Lake through May 2027. Institution President Michael E. Hill, says this investment from New York State represents a milestone in the multiyear vision for Chautauqua Lake conservation named in Chautauqua Institution’s strategic plan, 150 Forward. “When our Board of Trustees in 2019 named the development of science-based solutions for the conservation of Chautauqua Lake as one...
Monday, October 7, 2024 Chautauqua, N.Y. – Chautauqua Institution and the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra (CSO) today announced a series of new musician appointments. Sharon Roffman joins the CSO as concertmaster after a two-year audition process, Stanislav Chernyshev as Principal Clarinet, and Matthew Strauss as Principal Timpani. Additionally, six exceptional violinists — Leslie Frey Anderegg, Zhe Deng, Zhen Lui, Molly McDonald, Kurt Munstedt and Timothy Peters — have been welcomed ahead of the 2025 season. Cristina Cutts Dougherty’s appointment as Principal Tuba is historic, as she becomes the first female principal tuba player in the orchestra’s history. Led by Music Director...
It is with great pleasure we announce news of staff promotions and transitions that stem from our strategic plan’s cross-cutting imperative to mobilize technology. That work has happened under the heading of Project 360, a multiyear project focused on modernizing and aligning Chautauqua’s technology tools to improve patron and staff experiences. The next phase of Project 360 will focus on the implementation of a customer relationship management (CRM) system — Salesforce. This initiative will unfold over the coming years and eventually impact every department at Chautauqua. Salesforce will provide transformational tools, enhancing and replacing systems currently being used in Advancement...
Cathrine and Craig Greene, Roe Green Foundation Gifts Celebrated Chautauqua Institution today announced two major projects have reached critical milestones through substantial philanthropic support as part of its 150th anniversary fundraising initiative, Boundless: A Campaign for Chautauqua. In recognition of major gifts supporting these capital projects, the Chautauqua Institution Board of Trustees voted to name two facilities in honor of the philanthropists whose contributions have made these essential projects a reality. Greene Family Commons: Renaming of Bellinger Hall Bellinger Hall, a cornerstone of Chautauqua’s residential life, will be renamed the Greene Family Commons following a transformational $10 million commitment...
Chautauqua Institution’s Board of Trustees elected Matthew Benson, Karen Goodell and Dave Pelton to four-year terms at the final meeting of the body’s 2023–24 cycle on Aug. 24. Board-elected trustees are vetted and nominated by the Board’s Nominating and Governance committee that considers the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to support the Institution’s leadership, advancement and evolution, guided by the strategic plan, 150 Forward: A Renewed Vision for Chautauqua Institution. Also at the Aug. 24 meeting, David Peckinpaugh was elected to a second four-year term. Additionally, members of the Chautauqua Corporation elected Michelle Adelman as the newest of the four trustees selected...
Chautauqua today announced the appointment of internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves-Montgomery as Artistic Advisor and distinguished baritone Jonathan Beyer as Director of the Chautauqua Opera Conservatory. Together, they will help shape the program’s future during a pivotal time of transition and growth, building upon the 44-year legacy created by the late Marlena Malas. Graves-Montgomery will set the vision and priorities for the Opera Conservatory. Beyer will help shape and execute that vision, both through a close partnership with Graves-Montgomery in the planning phases and in overseeing the Conservatory’s day-to-day operations. Graves-Montgomery will bring her unparalleled prowess and vision to the Opera...
Any changes to the hours of venues across the grounds will be noted here. As we experience staff fluctuations or closures due to poor weather we’ll keep you apprised here. Update: Aug. 23, 2024 at 2:39 p.m. Brick Walk Cafe closes for the 2024 season at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25. Starting Saturday, Aug. 24, Brick Walk Cafe will only be serving drip coffee due to staffing issues. Regular coffee will be available 7 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Update: Aug. 21, 2024 at 12:36 p.m. 3 Taps and A Truck will be closed for Lunch service. We...
As part of our dedication to improving the health and longevity of Chautauqua Lake and its surrounding watershed, Chautauqua Institution will empower property owners to implement best practices for fertilizer use that protect water quality and the health of the Chautauqua Lake aquatic ecosystem. We will attempt to accomplish this first by educating our community about the potentially negative impacts of lawn fertilizers and herbicide use in our waterfront community. This is essential to protect water quality and the health of the Chautauqua Lake aquatic ecosystem. If you are considering using lawn care products, such as fertilizers or herbicides, have...
Chautauqua Institution launched a new safety campaign titled “Turn it Towards the Turtle” to remind both pedestrians and mobility device users to be extra cautious inside venues and in high traffic areas. We are hopeful that these visual reminders will help all members of our community navigate shared spaces safely and efficiently. An advance notice of this campaign was shared with the community via the CHQ Daily (see page 6, July 6 & 7, 2024 edition). As noted in that article, shared spaces are important to our community. Tips for pedestrians to enhance accessibility – Please be mindful of mobility device users by...
