“Winter is on my head, but eternal spring is in my heart.” –Victor Hugo
Exhibit Details
Lawrence Lodge was the first building constructed on the Lewis Property. It was built in 1958 for the Explorer Base and is used as a Winter Camp lodge. Prior to the new HQ building, it served as Headquarters during summer camp.
Pictures
Display Details
Here are a few pictures of Lawrence Lodge, including some interiors and exteriors.
Lawrence Lodge
2008 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Lawrence Lodge at Camp Ware.
Lawrence Lodge at Sunset
2009 – Contributed by Anonymous
A picturesque view of Lawrence Lodge at Sunset.
Overhead View
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
An overhead look at Lawrence Lodge.
Lawrence Lodge Sign
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Lawrence Lodge sign for Camp Ware.
Lawrence Lodge Living Quarters
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here is a look into the living quarters of Lawrence Lodge at Camp Ware.
Lawrence Lodge Renovations
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here is a look at the finished Lawrence Lodge renovations from the outside.
Stove
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
The stove of Lawrence Lodge.
Rear View of Lawrence Lodge
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
Here is a rear view look at Lawrence Lodge.
Main Area of Lawrence Lodge
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
The main area of Lawrence Lodge which is used as a sleeping quarters.
Lawrence Lodge
Contributed by John B. Rettew III
Camp Ware’s Lawrence Lodge.
Lawrence Lodge Renovations
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
New windows and a wall for the front part of Lawrence Lodge.
Lawrence Lodge Renovations
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
New windows and a wall for the front part of Lawrence Lodge.
Lawrence Lodge Renovations
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
New doors were installed as well as steps in the back part of Lawrence Lodge during its renovation project.
Memorabilia
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Here are a few memorabilia items pertaining to Lawrence Lodge.
See Also
Click HERE to visit the Virtual Museum’s main Memorabilia room.
1996 Camp Ware Staff and Leader Stein
1996 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
This year features Lawrence Lodge, which used to be the Headquarters building until the new HQ building opened in 2003.
Camp Ware Pin
Contributed by Scott Hoopes
A Camp Ware pin that calls out Sloan, Lawrence, and Widener.
Jigsaw Puzzle
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Enjoy this jigsaw puzzle of Lawrence Lodge. Press this button to play on Jigsaw Planet’s website.
2018 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
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