History and Culture
Carrying on a Tradition of Learning
For well over a century, visitors and residents of Chautauqua County have been promoting learning for the sake of learning, gathering at lakeside assemblies and summer camps, attending the cultural performances, and inviting guests from around the world to share in the experience. Learn about our history, culture and communities through narrated tours by lake, through the Amish countryside, or on a cemetery walk. If you have only a few days, see our History & Culture suggestions for some learning opportunity highlights.
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Amish Flair Tours
| 1022 West Rd County Route 68 Cherry Creek
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NY 14723
716.962.3412
www.cherrycreekinn.net
Take a guided tour of the Old Order Amish in western New York starting at a restored Victorian railroad station depot. Experience Old Order Amish culture in the township of Leon, where 75% of the population is Amish and the farms bring “Currier and Ives” scenes to life.
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Fenton Institute at the Fenton History Center
| 67 Washington St. Jamestown
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NY 14701
716.664.6256
www.fentonhistorycenter.org
The Fenton Institute offers a series of workshops for the curious adult learner and all who are interested in local history and saving the past. Explore family histories, learn how to preserve treasured mementos, take an architectural walking tour, and learn about local history. See The Fenton Institute for more information.
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Fisher's Amish Tours
| 10 Jamestown St. Randolph
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NY 14772
716.358.9730
www.fishersamish.com
Welcome to Fisher’s Amish Tours & Country Store, one of the Amish Trail's best stops for an unforgettable Amish experience. Our area's friendly Old Order Amish community and quaint historic towns are surrounded by scenic hills and rural beauty.
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History Teacher Seminar
| Chautauqua Institution Route 394 Chautauqua
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NY 14722
716.357.6250
www.ciweb.org/special-studies/
Chautauqua Institution's 2010 Special Studies program will partner with Colonial Williamsburg to offer the History Teacher Seminar by Tab Broyles. Teachers will learn new historical content to take back to their classroom.
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History via the Chautauqua Belle
| 78 Water St. Mayville
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NY 14757
716.269.2355
www.269belle.com
Board the Chautauqua Belle steamboat on Chautauqua Lake for a narrated history tour. Local historian, Helen Ebersole claims, “The running commentary by the personnel is an accurate, worthwhile and colorful review of lake history.”
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Lily Dale Assembly Seminars
| 5 Melrose Park Lily Dale
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NY 14752
716.595.8721
www.lilydaleassembly.com
Explore and experience many opportunities to expand your knowledge and intuition at the Lily Dale Assembly. Lily Dale offers a world-renowned summer program of lectures, workshops and other activities. See the Lily Dale Assembly for a schedule.
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Robert H. Jackson Center Lectures
| 305 E. Fourth St Jamestown
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NY 14701
716.483.6646
www.roberthjackson.org
Series of lectures and programs offered through the Robert H. Jackson Center. See Jackson Center Events for a schedule.
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