THE CHAUTAUQUA INSTITUION
On the southern shore of Lake Chautauqua in western New York lies a learning institution like no other in the United States, the Chautauqua Institute. Established in 1874, "The Institute,” as some locals call it, is a distinctive learning and teaching community that hosts open forums for political and religious issues, exquisite performance facilities, a diverse talent list, a multitude of recreation activities and multicultural spiritual education