This image was taken during the Studebaker Weekender at The Chautauqua Institution. The weekender has been a regular event for the last 11 years and takes place off season during the month of September. The event is sponsored by the Kinzua Region Studebaker Drivers Club.
At the time this photo was taken the Chautauqua Belle was being refurbished. It is now offering sight seeing tours of the lake and is often seen docked at the Chautauqua Institution.
Here is another vintage postcard from the Chautauqua Lake area.
I am not sure where the location is but you have the scenic view of Chautauqua Lake and one of the boats that the lake became know for.
Steam boats and tour boats have been a popular site on the lake for years. Many years ago they were used for shipping along with providing transportation to various towns on the lakeshore. They built the local businesses up with trade and tourism.
Today there are two passenger boats left; The Chautauqua Belle and the Summer Wind. Both passenger boats add to the atmosphere of the lake and make a wonderful activity for a day or evening.
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