Ascension School Camp & Conference Center

Ascension School Camp & Conference Center is a versatile venue in Cove, Oregon, offering spaces and accommodation for weddings, conferences, retreats, family gatherings, celebrations and group programmes. Set within a historic campus surrounded by valley views and natural surroundings, the centre provides a calm setting for organisers looking to bring people together away from busy city locations.

Several event spaces are available, each suited to different formats and group sizes. Kimsey Commons combines a conference room, dining area, covered porches, high-speed wireless internet and hotel-style accommodation. It can support work conferences, retreats, weddings and other multi-day gatherings. The Coe-Kerr building is designed for larger functions, with seating and tables for up to 150 guests, a stage, microphones, audio-visual connections, a catering kitchen and accessible facilities. It can accommodate wedding receptions, birthday parties, presentations, meetings and entertainment-led events.

Founders Hall offers a more intimate historic setting, with a dining hall for up to 80 guests, a deck overlooking the valley and a smaller meeting room suitable for workshops, discussions and presentations. The 1875 chapel provides a distinctive option for small wedding ceremonies, subject to advance approval.

Organisers can also arrange overnight stays, including 11 hotel-style guest suites, bunk-style dormitory accommodation for up to 80 people, six full-service RV spaces and tent camping areas. Catering and meals can be discussed as part of the booking, while many spaces offer audio-visual facilities and accessibility features. The centre welcomes organisations, community groups, couples, schools and retreat leaders seeking an adaptable venue with lodging and event support in one location.