Some Friday night entertainers attract large crowds to our 5,000-seat, open-air Amphitheater, which fills on a first-come (festival seating) basis. Gates open at 7 p.m. It is a good idea to arrive early those nights.

Tours of the grounds are offered daily during the season for a fee.

For Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (CLSC) membership information and details about book selections, etc. Call (716) 357-6232 before the season and (716) 357-6293 during the season.

A list of babysitters is available during the season through Chautauqua's Office of Youth, Recreation and Schools Services. The list, which is updated regularly, is intended as a public service and does not rate or recommend any individual.

The Chautauqua Institution Archives is available for browsing and research. The Oliver Archives Center is located on Massey Avenue near the South Gate. (716) 357-6332.

A federal post office, located on the grounds, is open year round.

For a ticket order form and updated accommodations directory call (716) 357-6250. You can access both forms from this Web site.

The popular Crafts Alliance fairs in Bestor Plaza are July 8-10 and August 12-14, 2011. Times are Friday 10:30-5:30; Saturday 10-5:30; and Sunday Noon-5:30.

Last updated on April 4, 2011 by Chautauqua Institution