American Indian Memorial
This monument, located on “Inspiration Hill,” is a memorial erected to honor Native
Americans. The statue features a life-sized figure of an American Indian atop an eight
foot pedestal, palms upturned, face looking . . . — — Map (db m231390) HM
The Bronnenbergs represent true pioneer spirit and a preservationist ethic.
Frederick Brandenburg was born in 1775 in Germany. As a youth he apprenticed as a tanner. Brandenburg immigrated to America as a young man, changing his name to . . . — — Map (db m163062) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m231386) HM
The Circle Mound is actually
rectangular in shape. The
embankment of Circle Mound was
completed about A.D. 1, or 250
years after the Great Mound was
started. The gateway of Circle
Mound opened to the east and the
sun rose directly in line . . . — — Map (db m163063) HM
“One of many imaginative and beautiful structures, the gallery incorporates a graceful
fusing of stone, steel and glass. The building was designed by Arthur B. Henning, and
encircles an area of 200 by 75 feet, divided into three nearly equally . . . — — Map (db m231389) HM
In 1936, with the help of a number of strong men and several horses, “Founders Rock” was painstakingly moved from the banks of the White River at the edge of Camp Chesterfield's property to its current location in front of the Administration . . . — — Map (db m231377) HM
Unique to the state of Indiana, the “Garden of Prayer” is a prime architectural example
of a European-style grotto that was established as a site for spiritual meditation and
religious devotion. Originally only one room, it was equipped with an . . . — — Map (db m231385) HM
…our parks and preserves are not mere picnicking
places. They are rich storehouses of memories and
reveries. They are a solace to the aged and an
inspiration to the young.
Richard Lieber, Founder
Indiana State . . . — — Map (db m163059) HM
This site was the home of the two story “Ladies Bazaar,” later known as “Luther
Memorial Cottage,” and at one time was used as the headquarters for the very active
and often controversial “Ladies League.” This labyrinth is now located on the . . . — — Map (db m231381) HM
Adena canoes were
typically made from tulip
poplar, a tree known for
its straight, unbranching
trunk. This replica canoe
was made from a red oak
trunk.
This canoe was constructed by park volunteers using
2000-year-old Adena . . . — — Map (db m163058) HM
This memorial stone serves to honor the Indigenous tribes that lived on this land
prior to Indiana becoming a state: Miami, Potawatomi, Wea, Shawnee, Kickapoo, Delaware, Chippewa, Ottawa, Wyandot, Seneca and Piankashaw. — — Map (db m163060) HM
Over the years, Camp Chesterfield has witnessed the construction of three primary structures in this same location. The original structure (circa 1891), the “Old Auditorium,” was initially a large tent with a raised, wooden platform for message . . . — — Map (db m231378) HM
The “Old Wooden Dining Hall” was built in 1918, replacing an even older dining hall.
This new dining hall had brick ovens built behind the structure to bake fresh bread and
was used until the mid-1950s when the current Maxon Cafeteria was . . . — — Map (db m231387) HM
Since around 1892, the sunflower has been an important symbol of Spiritualism. Throughout Camp Chesterfield, visitors notice how homes and buildings are often decorated with sunflower motifs. This is because of its strong connection to Spiritualism. . . . — — Map (db m231392) HM
The Sunflower Hotel was built in 1914 to help keep pace with the ever-increasing
number of people who needed lodging. The old Lodging House (located where the
current Administration Building is) could not accommodate all the guests and . . . — — Map (db m231393) HM
Camp Chesterfield began as an actual “camp” where visitors would come to have
readings and attend message services in the open air. Eventually, the area called the
“toad stools” was made to allow mediums to give messages to the many people . . . — — Map (db m231383) HM
In this shady grove, near the center of the grounds, is a semi-circular memorial unique to Camp Chesterfield called the “Trail of Religion.” Dedicated in 1943 to the world's great religious leaders, this religious display features the limestone . . . — — Map (db m231384) HM
Built in 1949, “The Western Hotel” was designed after the typical “roadside inns” of
the era. A two and a half story structure, it is an excellent example of American
roadside architecture. The concrete foundation supports a concrete block . . . — — Map (db m231388) HM
