Pontiac Chautauqua Photo Album

The Pontiac Chautauqua programs ran from 1898 to 1929. We are fortunate to have many documents and photographs from the Pontiac Chautauqua Assemblies. The Pontiac Public Library has the most complete collection of printed materials, programs, and other paper artifacts related to the Chautauqua.

1914 Chautauqua Program Cover

Hand-Drawn Map of Pontiac Chautauqua Grounds

Survey Crew at Buck's Pasture - soon to be site of Chautauqua Assembly

Entrance Gates at Chautauqua

Early Photo of Pavilion

1920's Era Photo of Pavilion - Note the more substantial columns.

Ford cars parked at Chautauqua

Dining Hall with Waiters

Ladies Gather at Hall of Science

Young Ladies Line Up at Girls Club Tent

Youngest Children in Kindergarten

The "Moon Garden" - night spot for adults.

Folks Gather on Bleachers for Pageant Show

Boat Rides on the River

Refreshment Pavilion at Chautauqua

On Hot Days - Swimming in the River!