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Save the Amphitheater, Don't Demolish It

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Susan Beattie
11 years ago

We came from Missouri every summer for years; so many lectures and concerts! It would be a tragedy to lose this site.

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Steven Akin
11 years ago

The Amphitheater is the beating heart of Chautauqua and it has an incredibly rich history. As a member of the Millennial generation, I believe that it is of paramount importance for my generation to study and appreciate the history from which we come in order to chart a course for the future. Please preserve the Amphitheater for future generations to experience the awe that standing in the same place as so many fantastic tallents and brilliant minds can inspire.

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christine penrose
11 years ago

Dear Editor The subtle charms of Chataqua are at risk of being overwrought. The campaign to ‘Save the Amp’ is so obvious and so right – one can only wonder, what is the Board thinking? What will they try next in the name of progress? Instead of replacing the Amp, perhaps the Board itself should be replaced. Seems they have lost their way in the estimation of thousands of who signed on to ‘Save the Amp’. Sincerely Christina Penrose

Stephanie Kellner

Some of the best moments of my childhood were here. It is where I heard speakers from places I'd only read about. Such a treasure for the area and such a piece of history should be kept. A historical place like Chautauqua should understand and cherish it, not demolish it!

Kathy Kennedy

We love the amphitheater!

Kathy Walsh

Restore, don't demolish!

Nancy Bollman Engleman

It is inconceivable, irresponsible, negligent and unconscious the way this has been approached by the board.

Robert Engleman

It is inconceivable, irresponsible, negligent and unconscious the way this has been approached by the board.

colleen

save the Amphitheater!

Ronald L. Occhionero,D.D.S.

Preserve our Antiquity

Mary Louise Ancona

Scofield family memories!

Margo Mong

demolishing the amp will not be progress, it will dstroy an important feature of CI fo the fiuture patrons of this historic site.

adolph morando

The essence of Chautauqua is renewal. Renew don't replace.

Felicia Wimberly

Like pulling the heart out of a heartfelt community!!

Sandy B

Please save it! I don't want a replica! I also don't mind sitting with a big pole in my way.

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Letty Lavely
11 years ago

Don't wreck the Amp!!

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Christine James
11 years ago

Hard to imagine even contemplating the demolition of this historic site! Don't let it happen!!

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richard steinbach
11 years ago

dont demolish

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John Vaughan
11 years ago

Unfortunately the shortsightedness of demolition is all too prevalent with the lesson of Penn Station still not learned.

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Janina Cikotas
11 years ago

It would be tragic to lose this historic and cultural center to Chautauqua. Thank you Committee to Save the Amp!

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Owen and Audrey Gillick
11 years ago

Chautauqua Institution without its authentic Amp would be doomed.

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James S. Patton
11 years ago

Preserve this sacred space.

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John Whittemore, Jr.
11 years ago

The Amphitheater is a big part of Chautauqua. Some aspects of Chautauqua history are already gone.

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Marilyn Whittemore
11 years ago

Preserve the heritage!

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Anne Blackman Beeton
11 years ago

Having spent many summers as "Eloise" of the Atheneum, this corner of the world is one of my pillars.

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Courtney Gehen
11 years ago

Don't destroy such tangible history!

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Jane Blystone
11 years ago

The amphitheater has been a beloved summer spot for my family for over 40 years. We relsih eac even we attend because the Amphitheater creates the signature ambiance that is world renowned. Renovate to not destroy this wonderful American icon.

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Elisabeth Huhn
11 years ago

I grew up steps from the Amp. I understand progress, but not this.

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Douglas Larson
11 years ago

Save it!

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Kevin Ross
11 years ago

Chautaqua seemed to me like aplace where rpeservation would be celebrated. I was surprised to hear that they were considering demolishing the Amphitheater. I hope a more principled approach is pursued.

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Sally Griffin
11 years ago

Chautauqua has been a family destination. My Great Grandfather was in on it's foundation Robert M Rownd.

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Linda K Tilyou
11 years ago

Create a website for easy access and continue to make the public aware of the situation. This needs to be a world wide petition not limited to within the United State. Save the existing amphitheater for future generation to enjoy !!!!