Mark your calendars for these dates in June through August for the 2026 free lecture series. Enjoy a pre-lecture wine and nibbles mixer at 6:30 and then an interesting lecture about our wonderful lake area at 7:00. o June 17th – The Robert H. Jackson Center – Kristan McMahon o July 22nd – History of […]
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Give Big Chautauqua- Thursday, June 11, 2026
This Thursday The Lawson will be taking part in Give Big Chautauqua, a county-wide fundraiser for nonprofits.
Dig deep and give big so TLC can be a valuable part of the Chautauqua experience for generations to come!
How can you give on June 11? It’s easy:
- Here's the fundraising link, which will go live Thursday, June 11:
- https://www.givebigchq.org/organizations/the-lawson-center
- Set a reminder for June 11, 2026. That’s the one day you’ll be able to take advantage of special online challenges and matching grants that will make your gift go even farther.
Thanks!

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For our valued members at the Partner Level and above: Register your boat with us and use the outside portion of our docks while you’re visiting Bemus Point–whether the museum is open or not. You can enjoy the shopping and dining while you’re boat is safely docked at the TLC. (No overnight docking, please.) See the President’s […]












