Presbyterian Association of Chautauqua NY

The Presbyterian house offers hospitality, including room and board, to active and retired ministers, fraternal workers of the Presbyterian church and its agencies and lay persons. Guest charges are kept to a minimum through contributions to the Association from faithful members and friends. No support is received from any board of the Presbyterian church.

To afford presbyterians the opportunity to participate in the activities of the Presbyterian Association of Chautauqua and to offer a christian presence on the grounds of Chautauqua institution

Preserve their historic building. The construction of the Presbyterian house, the first brick building on the grounds, was begun in 1889, expanded in 1908 and designated as a historical site in 1987 by the philadelphia Presbyterian historical society. To meet the need for more affordable housing, a process was begun in 1999 to expand the existing Presbyterian house. A hospitable environment, in which a multi-generational group of people could experience Chautauqua, was the goal. The expanded Presbyterian house was completed and opened in june 2004.