Jameson Camp

Jameson Camp is a hidden gem located off of Bridgeport Road just north of West Washington Street. First I’d like to take a moment to tell you of the wonderful work Jameson Camp does and how your rental fees help with that mission. The Camp is a beautiful venue for events while the affordable rental fees help support the children and youth programs for at-​risk youths. The Camp began in 1928 and you or your grandparents may be familiar with their history of serving ill children. Jameson Camps’ focus is on children’s social, behavioral and emotional challenges and equipping them for productive and responsible lives. Responding to an increasing concern for childhood obesity a Wellness Camp was launched in 2006, a creative program that utilizes camp to teach healthy choices in fitness and nutrition. Last, but certainly not least, is their Camp Tataya Mato for children affected by HIV/​AIDS which is the only residential camp to these special children in Indiana. As you can see your rental fees support the outstanding work Jameson Camp does serving children with health needs in the Indianapolis area.
In 2006 they replaced the original headquarter with a beautiful new center, lodge, health center and a nature and arts and crafts center. No only providing enhanced program facilities for the children, these buildings provide new opportunities to serve as a community partner and provide funding from the rental fees.
This is a wonderful venue for events as small as a corporate business meeting to an elegant wedding. Several sizes of venues are available or even rent the entire camp for the ideal wedding or family reunion where your event along with family and friends are residing at one location. The Lodge and Cabins are so affordable compared to the cost of hotel rooms and transportation for your wedding guests, business associates or family traveling. The Lodge is its own large facility and sleeps 24 for $ 450. What a savings compared to a Hotel! There are four meeting areas of various sizes and prices along with 6 cabins for lodging that accommodates 24 in each plus don’t forget The Lodge. The Challenge Course is available to incorporate into your event with low and high ropes plus a climbing wall. Other amenities include a basketball court, swimming pool, open game fields and a campfire circle.
The Jameson Center is picturesque with a majestic-​pine-​framed dining room with a striking two sided fireplace that accommodates 140 persons for dinner. If that’s too large select the smaller dining room with fireplace and seats 30. The Jameson Center rental includes the use of their FULL commercial kitchen including the walk-​in refrigerator and walk-​in freezer. A Chefs’ dream whether you use a preferred caterer or you personally prepare the meals. Vanessa, the Office Manager, was telling me of recent large wedding with a beautiful large tent adjacent to the Jameson Center where the guests stepped directly into the tent from the dining room. You can have your wedding and dinner inside and dancing outside. So many options here! Leadership training, Corporate Team Meeting, Weddings, Reunions, endless uses for this venue. Be sure to check out this scenic facility and grounds.
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A great place for my group of 18 to spend their week while doing service projects in the city. I worked with Vanessa, who was extremely helpful. She gave me her cell phone number, so when I had any issues I was able to call her.
Has a small kitchen (bring your own pans), fireplace, large rooms with bunk beds, couch, chairs, and a great outdoor fire space. We had a great time here, and will definitely be returning again.
It’s nice to get away from the city a little bit, it’s about a mile from main roads, so it’s more isolated than staying at a hotel, etc. There was only one other group there, so we really felt like it was «our space» to roam free in.
Great price for a group of 18.