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The History of the Chautauqua Movement and its Connection to Pacific Grove - free NDGW Lecture

Image about The History of the Chautauqua Movement and its Connection to Pacific Grove - free NDGW LectureChautaugua Hall in Pacific Grove
June 30, 2026

July 1, 2026 Monterey, CA. Please save the date! Junipero Parlor 141, invites the community to enjoy a fascinating talk by Jean Anton on Monday, July 13th from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm. The presentation will be held at Casa Serrano, a beautiful historic adobe owned by the Monterey History & Art Association, located at 412 Pacific Street in Downtown Monterey.

The lecture will focus on "The History of the Chautauqua Movement and its Connection to Pacific Grove". In 1881 a large board and batten barn-like building was constructed at the corner of 16th and Grove Street in Pacific Grove.  Learn how this building became part of a nationwide cultural movement and why PG was called the "Chautauqua of the West."

Following the lecture, there will be refreshments. A $10 donation is suggested.  Please RSVP to Wendy Brickman at (831) 633-4444 or brickman@brickmanmarketing.com.

About Jean Anton

Jean Anton is a retired history and home ec teacher who has lived in Pacific Grove since 1968.  She is the Chairperson of the Friends of Chautauqua Hall and is active in the Heritage Society of PG.  She also serves as the Chairperson of the city's Historic Resources Committee.

About The Native Daughters of the Golden West/Junipero Parlor 141

The Native Daughters of the Golden West Junipero Parlor 141 in Monterey, CA is one of over 80 chapters within the state of California.  Established in 1886, the Native Daughters of the Golden West is a non-profit organization of individuals born in California who are dedicated to the preservation of California's history and the social and cultural development of the State. The Native Daughters of the Golden West Foundation contributes to many charitable projects. The Native Daughters of the Golden West also has a Children's Foundation. The organization's Golden West Home in San Francisco is celebrating 92 years on Baker Street. Julia Morgan, the famed architect of Hearst Castle and Asilomar Conference Grounds, drew the plans for this facility. www.ndgw.org