The Chautauqua movement, an adult education initiative has functioned in the United States since the 19th century. Even today the movement remains popular with its appealing films, concerts and lectures attracting a wide following. The Chautauqua in Colorado is situated in Boulder near the base of Green Mountain. Set amidst breathtaking natural scenery Chautauqua Park contains the Auditorium, Dining Hall, Community House, Columbine Lodge and the Academic Hall in addition to landscaped parks and cottages. When considering the hotels Boulder Colorado offers an excellent choice would be the Millennium Harvest House Boulder which is ranked amongst the outstanding Boulder hotels.