5 Things You Didn’t Know About: the Pavilion

Guest Blogger: Kelly Cecora, Marketing/Digital Communications Intern


The Pavilion is easily the most recognized landmark on the Lakeside Chautauqua grounds. Built in 1909, the Pavilion has been a symbol of Lakeside for more than 100 years. Although the building has gone through many phases, the Pavilion has always been an integral part of the Lakeside community.

We sat down with the Director of Operations for the Lakeside Heritage Society, Gretchen S. Curtis, to talk about this Lakeside icon. She shared the history of the Pavilion and uncovered some fun facts that were hidden in the Archives.

Here are 5 Things you didn’t know about the Pavilion:

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