Chautauqua Hall ownership and use
Summary
Chautauqua Hall was officially placed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 12. The designation honors a community landmark and sets up its upcoming renovation, with an architect already selected.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
$176,608 plus 10% contingency in city contract, reimbursed largely by Heritage Society donations.
Everyone who uses or values Pacific Grove's historic community hall.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Historic Resources Committee — July 22, 2026
A dinner at Fandango on July 29 will raise money for the Chautauqua Hall Restoration Project — the restaurant donates a percentage of meals from guests who mention the fundraiser.
City Council Regular Meeting — February 4, 2026
The council wants clarity on who owns Chautauqua Hall, what activities are allowed, and what the city's responsibilities are — staff will report back with policy updates and possible document amendments.
Historic Resources Committee — January 28, 2026
Chautauqua Hall was officially placed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 12. The designation honors a community landmark and sets up its upcoming renovation, with an architect already selected.
City Council Regular Meeting — January 21, 2026
The long-awaited restoration of historic Chautauqua Hall is moving — the Heritage Society raised over $700,000 and council approved the architectural services agreement to get design underway by February.
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