This is Chautauqua. Community events for the whole family hosted in Syracuse Indiana and Lake Wawasee.
We celebrate creativity through performances, exhibitions, and hands-on opportunities that inspire expression, imagination, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts.
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We foster lifelong learning through lectures, conversations, and shared learning that encourage curiosity, reflection, and personal growth at every stage of life.
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At Chautauqua, faith plays an important role in shaping shared values, reflection, and connection within our social and cultural life.
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Recreation and healthy living are essential to life at Chautauqua, supporting connection, balance, and enjoyment through shared activity.
Learn MoreOur goal is to “raise the bar” continually by improving the quality of programs, authors, and presenters. Your support enables us to grow and carry out our mission of providing valuable programs related to education, arts, faith and recreation. Our vision is for Chautauqua-Wawasee to be cited as one reason a business and/or people choose to move and live in Syracuse, Kosciusko County, and Indiana. We promise to use all gifts wisely and responsibly toward this vision.
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Oakwood Foundation Inc.
Chautauqua-Wawasee
702 E. Lake View Rd
Syracuse, IN 46567
Purdue Varsity Glee Club Brings Over a Century of Musical Excellence to Syracuse Chautauqua-Wawasee is proud to welcome back the Purdue Varsity Glee Club for a special performance on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Wawasee High School Auditorium. This return performance continues a cherished tradition, bringing one of the nation’s most […]
What’s Flying Through Northern Indiana This Spring? A New Waterfowl Festival Invites the Public to Experience Migration Up Close A Front-Row Seat to Spring Migration This March, bird watchers, nature lovers, and curious minds alike are invited to experience spring migration up close. The Waterfowl Festival offers a full day dedicated to birds, wetlands, and […]
Chautauqua Wawasee 2026 Program Schedule Discover the Chautauqua Wawasee 2026 Program Schedule, a full year of inspiring events celebrating Arts, Education, Faith, and Recreation in the Syracuse and Lake Wawasee community. This year’s lineup blends beloved traditions with new programs designed to inform, entertain, and connect. Program Schedule Highlights for 2026 The ever-popular Purdue Varsity […]
A Patriotic Day to Remember in Syracuse
A Patriotic Day to Remember in Syracuse Sunday, June 29th, was truly unforgettable as Chautauqua-Wawasee hosted a powerful Patriotic Speakers program and proudly co-sponsored the spectacular Patriotic Pops Concert at Oakwood Resort. Teddy and Edith Come to Life A Historical Performance with Heart The day began at Wawasee High School, where 172 guests stepped back […]
Free Wednesday Evening Plein Air Paint Outs
Free Wednesday Evening Paint Outs at Lake Wawasee | 5:00 – 8:00 PM Dates:July 2, 9, 16, 23 Are you a beginner landscape painter eager to try Plein Air painting? Or a seasoned artist looking to paint alongside others in the beauty of nature? Join artist David Broerman and fellow creatives for a series of […]
Ann Strong Inducted into Chautauqua-Wawasee Emeritus Board
Ann Strong Inducted into Chautauqua-Wawasee’s Emeritus Board Chautauqua-Wawasee proudly announces the induction of long-time Lake Wawasee resident Ann Strong into the organization’s Emeritus Board. Ann’s leadership, vision, and years of service have been central to the development and growth of Chautauqua-Wawasee since its founding in 2011. In recognition of her outstanding contributions, Board President Mark […]