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
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 2024 Donors!
Old Fashioned Hymn Sing Draws Crowd at Oakwood Chapel
🕊️ First Chautauqua Old Fashioned Hymn Sing Draws a Crowd Palm Sunday evening was the perfect setting for a heartfelt gathering, as more than 50 people attended Chautauqua-Wawasee’s first Old Fashioned Hymn Sing held at the historic chapel at Oakwood Resort. Mary Moretto, who organized the event, reflected on its success: “We had no idea […]
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 and exciting new events to engage, inspire, and bring our community together. From arts and culture to history and nature, there’s something for everyone! ✨ […]