“The History of the Chautauqua Movement and its Connection to Pacific Grove” Lecture
Monday, July 13, 2026 (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM) (PDT)
Description
Save the date for a fascinating talk by local 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) 594-1500 or brickman@brickmanmarketing.com.
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