Fountain Park Chautauqua
National Register of Historic Places

Fountain Park Chautauqua

Remington, Jasper County, Indiana
Listed
December 7, 2001
Type
District
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
01001351

About this property

Since 1895, Fountain Park has hosted an annual Chatauqua to promote religious, social and educational activities. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 7, 2001. At one time there were an estimated 85 Chautauquas in Indiana alone. Of these, only six continue the Chautauqua tradition including the cities of Columbus, Jeffersonville, Madison, Merom, Remington, and Rome City. Most host weekend festivals for art competitions, music, crafts, and historical re-enactments. Fountain Park Chautauqua continues in the tradition of a two-week event, which includes Sunday School, church services as well as family-oriented entertainment including singing groups and bands, speakers, art classes, talent shows and other recreational activities. Fountain Park is one of a few with permanent structures that built specifically for the Chautauqua. These include a tabernacle, recreational building, hotel and seventy cottages.

Location

6244 W. Cty Rd. 1600S
Remington, Jasper County, Indiana
40.77930, -87.16195

Categories

SOCIAL HISTORYARCHITECTUREEDUCATIONENTERTAINMENT/RECREATIONCOMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTRELIGION
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Sources

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When was Fountain Park Chautauqua listed on the National Register?

Fountain Park Chautauqua was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 7, 2001.

What type of historic resource is Fountain Park Chautauqua?

Fountain Park Chautauqua is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Fountain Park Chautauqua?

The period of significance for Fountain Park Chautauqua is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1895.

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