Chesterfield in Madison County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

The Chapel in the Woods

— Camp Chesterfield —

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023

1. The Chapel in the Woods Marker

Inscription. Originally built as the “Lyceum Building” in 1936, this structure remains largely unchanged from its original construction. Today, it is affectionately called “The Chapel in the Woods,” and it is regularly utilized for weekly church and message services. The Chapel is at the heart of Camp Chesterfield, hosting many important events that take place on the grounds throughout the year. From weddings to funerals, ordinations to dedications, lectures to church and message services, “The Chapel in the Woods” has been an integral part of Camp Chesterfield's religious and social life for many generations. In addition to the sanctuary on the main floor, a classroom is located in the basement, as well as the “Rev. Evelyn Reigle Séance Room.” “The Healing Sanctuary,” a meditation room open to the public, may be accessed via the rear entrance.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1936.

Location. 40° 6.979′ N, 85° 35.833′ W. Marker is in Chesterfield, Indiana, in Madison County. It can be reached from Grandview Drive north

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of Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 224 Grandview Dr, Anderson IN 46017, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Central Indiana

and specifically in Greater Indianapolis.

It is also in the American Midwest

and in the Corn Belt.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Old Wooden Dining Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); The Garden of Prayer and Sentinel Angel (within shouting distance of this marker); Trail of Religion (within shouting distance of this marker); Founders Rock (within shouting distance of this marker); The Sunflower – A Symbol of Spiritualism (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Western Hotel (about 300 feet away); The Sunflower Hotel (about 300 feet away); The Toad Stools (about 300 feet away).

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023

2. The Chapel in the Woods Marker

Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chesterfield.

Credits. This page was last revised on August 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 24, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 393 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 24, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.