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Thank you for helping to make our 2024 programming so successful.  We’re excited about our 2025 program schedule!  It promises to be our best year ever, with many of our annual programs returning and five new programs added:

  • Ball State Univeristy Singers return
  • “Old Fashioned Hymn Sing” in the Oakwood Chapel  **new in 2025**
  • Wawasee Fine Arts Festival at Oakwood
    • Plein Art Paint Out  **returns for a 2nd year**
  • Historic Lake Wawasee Cruises
  • Introduction to Plein Air Workshop   **returns for a 2nd year**
  • Memorial Day tribute with “Taps Across the Water at Dusk”
  • Patriots Day Speaker
    • Edith and Teddy Roosevelt
  • Patriots Day – Patriotic Pops Concert – Fort Wayne Philharmonic
  • Pawasee Dog Parade  **returns for a second year**
  • Famous Hoosier Series:  feaures Eli Lilly
  • Pottery Workshop and Stained Glass Workshops **new in 2025**
  • Revitalization of the Miami Culture **new in 2025**
  • Digging Through History 2-day Series
  • Syracuse Ghost Tour **new in 2025**
  • Old Fashioned Christmas

Check back throughout the year and/or follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.  Or receive updates from our e-newsletter by sending your request to info@chautauquaWawasee.org. Or pick up one of our 2025 Program Guide brochure from various locations around Syracuse, Warsaw, Milford, North Webster, Goshen, Fort Wayne and others.

THANK YOU TO:  Howard & Myra Brembeck Family Foundation, Parent Family Foundation, Harkless Foundation, Kosciusko County Community Foundation, and the Ruth Lilly Philanthropic Foundation who are proud sponsors of Chautauqua-Wawasee. Program support is also provided by Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation & Visitors Commission, and people like you.  Please support us with your donation.

Teddy and Edith Roosevelt_Featured Patriotic Speakers_2025
Education, Events

Teddy and Edith Roosevelt: Chautauqua-Wawasee 2025 Speaker Series

Teddy and Edith Roosevelt Come to Life at Chautauqua-Wawasee’s 2025 Patriotic Speaker Series Experience history as President Teddy Roosevelt and First Lady Edith Roosevelt come to life at the 11th Annual Patriotic Speaker Series, presented…
May 12, 2025
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Join us at the 2nd annual Pawasee Dog Parade
Events, Recreation

Pawasee Dog Parade Returns to Oakwood Resort – June 7!

Pawasee Dog Parade Returns to Oakwood Resort – June 7! Back by popular demand, the 2nd Annual Pawasee Dog Parade is happening Saturday, June 7, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the beautiful Oakwood Resort in Syracuse, Indiana — and trust us,…
May 12, 2025
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Events, Recreation

2025 Taps Across the Water – A Moving Memorial Day Tribute

2025 Taps Across the Water – A Moving Memorial Day Tribute Sunday, May 25, 2025, marks the 5th annual Taps Across the Water tribute across Lake Webster, Lake Wawasee, Syracuse Lake, and Lake Papakeechie. This moving event honors U.S.…
April 23, 2025
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Chautauqua Wawasee Fine Arts Festival 2025
Art, Events

Wawasee Fine Arts Festival 2025 | Art, Music & Family Fun

Wawasee Fine Arts Festival Returns to Oakwood Resort Chautauqua-Wawasee is proud to host the 11th Annual Wawasee Fine Arts Festival at Oakwood Resort on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This beloved outdoor festival brings…
April 14, 2025
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2025 Points of Interest Cruse-Narrated by Ann Garceau
Events, Recreation

Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise – May 17, 2025

🚤 Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise – May 17, 2025 If you’ve ever wanted to step back in time while enjoying the beauty of Indiana’s largest natural lake, this is your chance. The Lake Wawasee historical cruise is…
April 8, 2025
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Plein Air Summer
Art, Events

2025 Summer Plein Air Events

Chautauqua-Wawasee in Collaboration with NIPAA Present 2025 Summer Plein Air Events Commissioned Lake House/Syracuse Scenes Painted for You | May 23-24 Syracuse residents, if you would like a special commissioned piece of your lake…
March 4, 2025
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Old Fashioned Hymn Sing
Events, Faith

Join Us for a Traditional Hymn Sing

Join Us for a Traditional Hymn Sing Remember a time when families would gather on Sunday evenings for a heartfelt hymns of praise service? The melodies and words filled our souls as we joyfully sang together in worship. Music and singing are…
February 27, 2025
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Events

2025: The Best Year Yet with Chautauqua-Wawasee Programs!

2025: The Best Year Yet with Chautauqua-Wawasee Programs Get ready for an unforgettable year with Chautauqua-Wawasee! Our 2025 schedule is packed with enriching programs inspired by the Four Chautauqua Pillars: Arts, Education, Faith, and…
February 13, 2025
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Seeking Artists for the 11th Annual Chautauqua-Wawasee Fine Arts Festival
Art, Events

Call for Artists: 11th Annual Chautauqua-Wawasee Fine Arts Festival

Call for Artists: 11th Annual Chautauqua-Wawasee Fine Arts Festival Chautauqua-Wawasee is now accepting applications for the 11th Annual Chautauqua-Wawsee Fine Arts Festival at Oakwood Resort in Syracuse, Indiana. This juried festival provides…
February 6, 2025
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Art, Events

Ball State University Singers to Perform in Syracuse: A Musical Event You Won’t Want to Miss!

Ball State University Singers to Perform in Syracuse: A Musical Event You Won’t Want to Miss! Chautauqua-Wawasee’s 2025 Spring Musical Program is set to delight audiences with a performance by the renowned Ball State University Singers.…
January 26, 2025
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Art, Events

Reflections as a Ball State Singer-by Devin Van Lue, WHS Graduate

Reflections as a Ball State Singer By Devin Van Lue, WHS Graduate Gratitude for the Journey As I reflect on my time with the Ball State Singers, I am filled with gratitude for the ways this experience has shaped…
January 24, 2025
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Events, News

Exciting News: Chautauqua-Wawasee’s 2025 Calendar of Events is Here!

Exciting News: Chautauqua-Wawasee's 2025 Calendar of Events is Here! We are thrilled to unveil our incredible lineup of programs for 2025! This year, Chautauqua-Wawasee has a mix of cherished favorites…
January 3, 2025
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Events, Recreation

Ball State Singers Return to Syracuse in 2025 – Don’t Miss This Unforgettable Performance!

Ball State Singers Return to Syracuse in 2025 – Don't Miss This Unforgettable Performance! The Ball State Singers are back in Syracuse, Indiana, for a highly anticipated performance on Sunday, February 16th, 2025, at 3:30 PM. Presented…
December 1, 2024
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Faith, News, Recreation

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration Sponsors

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration Sponsors As the 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration draws near,…
November 14, 2024
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Events, Faith, Recreation

Experience the Magic of the Old-Fashioned Christmas!

Experience the Magic of the Old Fashioned Christmas!  Are you looking for a unique, fun-filled family activity to kick off the holiday season? Look no further than Chautauqua Wawasee’s Old-Fashioned Christmas! This…
November 14, 2024
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Volunteers Needed for Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas 2024
Faith, News

Old Fashioned Christmas Seeking Volunteers!

Old Fashioned Christmas Seeking Volunteers Chautauqua’s annual Old Fashioned Christmas will return bigger than ever on November 30, the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This extravagant event features Santa, 50-foot tree lighting, musical…
October 3, 2024
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Education, News

Humble Gumption: Cam Shriver’s Insight on Myaamia Survival and History

Humble Gumption: Cam Shriver's Insight on Myaamia Survival and History By: Dave Berry, Chautauqua Wawasee On a brisk September morning, about 40 people attended Cam Shriver’s presentation on the survival of the Myaamia people hosted by…
September 11, 2024
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Education, Events

Three-Day Native American “Digging Through History” Program

Annual Three-Day Native American "Digging Through History" Program Chautauqua-Wawasee and Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum are collaborating to offer the fourth annual series of programs that explore the local history of northeastern Indiana.…
August 13, 2024
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Education, Events

Survival of the Myaamia People

Due to last year’s overwhelming response, Chautauqua Wawasee is offering a second program to learn more about the Myaamia people and culture.  The Myaamia community is much more than just street names and artifacts. They are a vibrant contemporary…
July 31, 2024
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Education, Events

Join us for a Walk Down Memory Lane-2024

Step Back in Time with "A Walk Down Memory Lane" Chautauqua Wawasee and the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum are teaming up once again to present the second annual "A Walk Down Memory Lane" event. This free program, open to all ages, takes…
June 18, 2024
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