Melvin Johnson Sculpture Garden 2024 – June 23–August 23
Strohl Art Center Upper Sculpture GardenMelvin 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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“The Art of Robert Villamagna” Exhibition – June 23-July 18
Strohl Art Center 2nd Floor"The Art of Robert Villamagna" exhibition runs June 23-July 18. Opening reception June 23, 3-5pm. Robert Villamagna grew up in the Rust Belt in Ohio and started making art as...
“Passion for Paper” Exhibition – June 23-July 21
Strohl Art Center: Main Galleries"Passion for Paper" exhibition runs June 23-July 21. Opening reception June 23, 3-5pm. Enjoy this exhibition featuring seven talented artists who work with paper. Working with paper requires a special...
“Holding Space: Woven Works” Exhibition – June 23-August 4
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center: 1st Floor"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...
“Off the Walls” Exhibition – June 23–August 20
Strohl Art Center 2nd Floor"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...
“Simpatico: Works by 2024 School of Art Faculty” exhibition – July 3-August 11
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center 2nd floor"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...
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good Shepherd
Free
Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Hall of Philosophy GroveMonte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able...
free
Catholic Mass
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good Shepherd
Free
Chautauqua Prays for Peace though Compassion
Hall of Philosophy Grove
Free
The Rev. Canon Leyla King
Amphitheater AmphitheaterThe Rev. Canon Leyla King is a Palestinian-American Episcopal priest and writer, an advocate of small churches, and a wife and mother. She is a founding member of both Palestinian Anglicans...
free
Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC Headquarters
Free
Jennifer D. Sciubba
Amphitheater AmphitheaterJennifer D. Sciubba is one of the world’s leading experts on demographic trends and their implications for politics, economics, and social relationships, and an advocate for policy-relevant research. Her work...
Play CHQ: Canvas Painting
Bestor Plaza Bestor PlazaPlay CHQ invites families to explore together through games, crafts, STEM activities and more throughout the 2024 season. You can join the fun at pop-up locations across the grounds! In...
Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket
CLSC Book Discussion – Lost Children Archive
Alumni Hall Porch Alumni Hall PorchPresenters Stephine Hunt and Emily Novak will lead a community discussion on our Week Four CLSC selection, Lost Children Archive, by Valeria Luiselli
Masters Series Masterclass with Daniel Ramirez: Whither American Christianity?
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes Hall
Guided Kayak Eco Tour
Sports Club Sports ClubEnjoy learning more about the lake and water-shed conservation efforts while paddling along during this hour-long guided kayak tour. The tour begins and ends at the Sports Club. The cost...
Bob Roberts & Imam Mohamed Magid
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyDr. Bob Roberts Jr. is a pastor and renowned bridge builder who has dedicated his life to promoting and advancing religious freedom, peacemaking, and civil engagement. He is the founder...
$19.00
Piano Master Class: Charis Dimaras
Sherwood-Marsh 101
Pillar Talks: Reflections on 150 Years of Chautauqua Programs featuring Marty Merkley, former Vice President of Programming at Chautauqua Institution.
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyPillar Talks: Reflections on 150 Years of Chautauqua Programs featuring Marty Merkley, former Vice President of Programming at Chautauqua Institution.
Islam 101 Khalid Rehman and Sabeeha Rehman
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary"The Quran and What it Says About Other Faiths"
free
Play CHQ: Dare to Dream
Timothy's PlaygroundCelebrate Chautauqua's 150th Anniversary with the Play CHQ team. In this session, you will have the opportunity to build models showing your dreams for Chautauqua's next 150 years. Play CHQ...
Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket
Everything You Wanted to Know About Publishing Your Book… But Didn’t Know Who to Ask with Kwame Alexander
Alumni Hall Porch Alumni Hall PorchA Q&A style event that is free and open to the public.
Chautauqua Chamber Music: Akropolis Reed Quintet
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallAkropolis Reed Quintet, hailed for their daring performances and collective excitement, celebrates 15 years as a reed quintet pushing the boundaries of chamber music. With numerous awards and accolades, including...
CHQ Mystic Heart: Suzanne Watters
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuarySound Meditation from An Artist and Poet
free
Tarp Skunks vs CHQ Softball Expo
Sharpe Field Sharpe FieldCome cheer on the home team at the Exhibition Jamestown Tarp Skunks vs Chautauqua Slow Pitch Softball Game. Short 5-inning game followed by at bat sessions for all interested. Sports...
Celebrating a Legacy: The Chautauqua Journal & Anthology
Alumni Hall Ballroom Alumni Hall BallroomJoin us to celebrate our the legacy and final publication of the Chautauqua literary journal and the announcement of our inaugural Chautauqua Anthology publication at Chautauqua this summer on July...
CVA Lecture Series: Stephanie Pierce
Hultquist 101 Hultquist 101CVA Lecture Series, Stephanie Pierce, School of Art Faculty: "Observing Time in Painting" Stephanie Pierce’s paintings explore relationships between light, time, and perception as it is reconsidered over time. Her...
StoryCorps Recording (Reservations Required)
Cohen Multimedia Studio150th Anniversary StoryCorps Archive: The Cohen Multimedia Studio is available for recording your StoryCorps conversation for inclusion in Chautauqua's 150th Anniversary Archive. Book your recording time online here. Available times...
Taize’ and Tea Meditation Worship
Randell Chapel, UCC Headquarters
Free
Palestine Park Tour
Palestine Park Palestine Park" A Journey Through the Holy Land in the times of Jesus"
free
Music School Festival Orchestra – Opening Night
Amphitheater AmphitheaterComprised of top-tier students from conservatories and universities in the U.S. and abroad, Music School Festival Orchestra members participate in a variety of musical activities during their summers at Chautauqua...
$25
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good Shepherd
Free
Beginner SUP Class
Sports Club Sports Club
$55
Chautauqua Prays for Peace though Compassion
Hall of Philosophy Grove
Free
Preserving farmland in a crowded world
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuaryWestern NY Land Conservancy's Rachel Chrostowski will talk about the importance of protecting farmland in a crowded world
The Rev. Canon Leyla King
Amphitheater AmphitheaterThe Rev. Canon Leyla King is a Palestinian-American Episcopal priest and writer, an advocate of small churches, and a wife and mother. She is a founding member of both Palestinian Anglicans...
free
Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC Headquarters
Free
Homi Kharas
Amphitheater AmphitheaterHomi Kharas is a senior fellow in the Center for Sustainable Development, housed in the Global Economy and Development Program at Brookings Institution. In that capacity, he studies policies and...
Play CHQ: Coffee Filter Butterflies
Bestor Plaza Bestor PlazaPlay CHQ invites families to explore together through games, crafts, STEM activities and more throughout the 2024 season. You can join the fun at pop-up locations across the grounds! In...
Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket
LGBTQ+ and Friends Discussion Group. Bring your lunch.
Alumni Hall Garden Room Alumni Hall Garden Room
Tuesday Brown Bag Lecture Series with native gardens expert Carolyn Summers
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallCarolyn Summers, native plant expert
Friends of the Chautauqua Writers’ Center: Authors’ Hour
Alumni Hall Porch Alumni Hall Porch
CHQ Dialogues
Presbyterian House Presbyterian House
Free
Miller Cottage Tours
Miller CottageMiller Cottage Tours: Join Clara Miller for a 30-minute tour of the first floor of the historic Miller-Edison Cottage. The cottage was built in 1875 for the co-founder and first...
Free but a ticket to hold reservation is necessary
Mahan Mirza
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyDr. Mahan Mirza is a Teaching Professor in the Keough School of Global Affairs and Executive Director of the Ansari Institute for Global Engagement with Religion at the University of...
$19.00
Chautauqua Theater Company presents Birthday Candles (Sensory-Friendly Performance)
Bratton Theater Bratton TheaterThis performance of Birthday Candles has been selected to be sensory-friendly. To better accommodate neurodiverse audiences, patrons should expect dimmed house lights, creating a more calming environment with softer and...
$45 – $55
Social Hour at Denominational Houses
Denominational Houses (Selected)Social hour at the Baptist House, Catholic House, Christian Church, Everett Jewish Life Center, Episcopal Cottage, Lutheran House, Unitarian House and United Methodist House
Free
Islam 101 Khalid Rehman and Sabeeha Rehman
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuaryWomen and Family Life
free
Heritage Lecture Series – Dr. Christina Jarvis
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyAs part of the Oliver Archives Center’s 2024 Heritage Lecture Series celebrating Chautauqua’s history and its 150th anniversary, Christina Jarvis will present “Kurt Vonnegut Unstuck in Time: His Chautauqua Lectures...
School of Music Piano Guest Faculty Recital: Anna Geniushene
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallSpencer Myer, piano Tuesday, July 23 2024, 4:00 p.m. Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall A native of Los Angeles, Norman Krieger is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation...
Opera Conservatory: Alcina
McKnight Hall McKnight HallAlcina by G.F. Handel July 16 & 18, 2024 Marlena Malas, Director* John Matsumoto Giampietro, Associate Director Welcome to the island of illusions. Peer beyond the palms to discover the...
$15
Labyrinth History and Meditation
Turner (Outside of Building)Bring gate pass. Adjacent to Turner Community Center
free
StoryCorps Recording (Reservations Required)
Cohen Multimedia Studio150th Anniversary StoryCorps Archive: The Cohen Multimedia Studio is available for recording your StoryCorps conversation for inclusion in Chautauqua's 150th Anniversary Archive. Book your recording time online here. Available times...
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Grieg Piano Concerto
Amphitheater AmphitheaterRossen Milanov, conductor Alexander Gavrylyuk, piano Stunningly virtuosic and internationally recognized pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk joins the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra in Grieg’s powerful piano concerto. Currently serving as Artist-in-Residence for Chautauqua...
$49 – $59
Young Adult Dance
Golf Banquet RoomPlay CHQ invites our young adults to a Dance tickets available for purchase at all play Premium events and at the YAC for $10 tickets will be available for purchase...
Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP
Sports Club Sports ClubEnjoy the beauty of the lake during our sunrise paddle. This is not a guided tour but an opportunity to rent a kayak, SUP or canoe for an enjoyable hour...
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good Shepherd
Free
Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Hall of Philosophy GroveMonte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able...
free
What’s your story? Coffee with the StoryCorps Ambassador
Authors' AlcoveJoin Chautauqua's StoryCorps Ambassador Nancy Stanley for a cup of your favorite morning beverage to discuss the process of capturing your StoryCorps conversation for Chautauqua's 150th Anniversary StoryCorps Archive.
Chautauqua Prays for Peace though Compassion
Hall of Philosophy Grove
Free
The Rev. Canon Leyla King
Amphitheater AmphitheaterThe Rev. Canon Leyla King is a Palestinian-American Episcopal priest and writer, an advocate of small churches, and a wife and mother. She is a founding member of both Palestinian Anglicans...
free
2024 UU Cultural Ethics Series
Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy
free
Opera Conservatory Masterclass with Claudia Catania
McKnight Hall McKnight HallEnjoy watching master voice teachers at work as they mentor Opera Conservatory students.
Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC Headquarters
Free
Karl Hofmann
Amphitheater AmphitheaterKarl Hofmann is the president and CEO of Population Services International (PSI), a nonprofit health enterprise working in over 40 countries worldwide, with programs in family planning and reproductive health,...
Play CHQ: Paper collaging
Bestor Plaza Bestor PlazaPlay CHQ invites families to explore together through games, crafts, STEM activities and more throughout the 2024 season. You can join the fun at pop-up locations across the grounds! In...
Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket
CLSC Young Reader Book Discussion — Big Tree
Alumni Hall Porch Alumni Hall PorchWednesdays at 12:15 p.m. on the Porch of the Literary Arts Center at Alumni Hall will now feature the CLSC Young Readers Book Discussion, geared toward educators, librarians, parents, and...
Women in Ministry
Hall of Missions Hall of Missions
free
Twelve Step Meeting
Hurlbut Marion Lawrance
Free
CHQ Dialogues
Presbyterian House Presbyterian House
Free
CHQ Dialogues
Quaker House
Free
Miller-Edison Cottage Shipman Garden Tour and Q&A
Miller CottageMiller-Edison Cottage Shipman Garden Tour and Q&A: Hosted by the Bird, Tree and Garden Club of Chautauqua, with support from Betsy Burgeson, Supervisor of Gardens at Chautauqua, these weekly tours...
FREE with Gate Pass
Guided Kayak Historic Tour
Sports Club Sports ClubEnjoy paddling while learning about historic sites along the shores of Chautauqua Institution during this hour-long guided kayak tour. The tour begins and ends at the Sports Club. The cost...
Daniel Ramírez
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyDaniel Ramírez (Ph.D., Duke University; B.A., Yale College) is Associate Professor of American Religions at Claremont Graduate University where he chairs the Religion Department. He has previously taught at the...
$19.00
African American Heritage House Lecture: Helen Bond
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyHelen Bond is a University Professor in the School of Education at Howard University in Washington, D.C., and the former director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and...
Islam 101 Khalid Rehman and Sabeeha Rehman
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuaryShia-Sunni Divide and Religious Hierarchy
free