Founded in 1874, the Chautauqua Institution is a celebration of art, history and culture. Join us for classes, lectures and performances, all in a uniquely American lakeside village.

Discover a world of espionage and learn about spy history and 21st-century intelligence threats as you explore the nation’s capital and its museums with intelligence experts.

Savor healthy vegetarian cuisine, explore Buddhist teachings and practice Qi Gong in California’s redwood forest for greater vitality, balance and inner peace.

Jekyll Island was once an exclusive destination for millionaires and the political elite. Join us at the historic Jekyll Island Club for an adventure of learning and island exploration.

Experience the past, from music to film to accommodation by exploring the history of silent film comedy in the Gilded Age splendor of Jekyll Island.

Learn how the Scots-Irish helped shape our nation as you explore their contributions to Appalachian culture, Civil War history and the drafting of the Declaration of Independence.

Delve into a week of mystery at Montreat Conference Center as you discover the secrets of the lives and works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Agatha Christie, Alfred Hitchcock and more.

Founded in 1874, the Chautauqua Institution is an enduring celebration of art, history and culture. Join us for an enriching adventure of classes, lectures and expert-led excursions.