Chesterfield in Madison County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Sunflower Hotel
— Camp Chesterfield —
Between the years 1922-1924, the Sunflower expanded with the addition of 40 more rooms; more modern plumbing was installed; and a section of the former Lodging House was moved and added to the north side of the hotel.
Always fully booked during high season, the Sunflower Hotel was “a home away from home” for many generations of Spiritualists visiting Camp Chesterfield. Not in active use today, the non-profit group “Friends of Camp Chesterfield Foundation” is in the process of raising funds to begin restoration on the Sunflower with the hope of returning it to its original glory.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1914.
Location. 40° 6.931′ N, 85° 35.824′ W. Marker is in Chesterfield, Indiana, in Madison County. Marker is at the intersection of North Washington Street and Lincoln Drive, on the right when traveling south on North Washington Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 51 Lincoln Dr, Anderson IN 46017, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Sunflower – A Symbol of Spiritualism (here, next to this marker); Camp Chesterfield (within shouting distance of this marker); Founders Rock (within shouting distance of this marker); The Old Wooden Dining Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); The Chapel in the Woods (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Western Hotel (about 300 feet away); Dr. J.E. Hett Art Gallery (about 300 feet away); Trail of Religion (about 400 feet away). 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 59 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on August 24, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.