Vivek Murthy: Chautauqua Institution Lecture Series

Vivek Murthy, physician, bestselling author, and the 19th and 21st Surgeon General of the United States, joins Week Nine of the Chautauqua Lecture Series: “The Importance of Gathering: In Collaboration with the Smithsonian Folklife Festival.”

Known for elevating the national conversation around loneliness, social connection, and well-being, Murthy has helped Americans better understand the profound impact human relationships have on our health, communities, and society. Drawing on his experience in public service and insights from his bestselling book Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World, Murthy will explore why gathering and connection matter more than ever.