We’ve been to historic Nauvoo, the site run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints several times, and we love the exhibits, homes, and presentation. However, on a recent trip to Nauvoo, we looked for something that gave us a little different feel for the area. We found…
The Martyrdom Museum, located in downtown Nauvoo, is owned and operated by a church historian. After publishing several books, the owner decided to share stories and artifacts about the martyrdom of the prophet, Joseph Smith, in this unique way. The museum is fairly new, having opened in 2025, but now has…
The Tomb of Joseph Museum is a new exhibit that is currently free in Nauvoo (2026). It is located in the basement of the Nauvoo Mercantile along Mulholland Road in the main area of Nauvoo. This site merits a short stop as you walk Nauvoo Main Street, so plan 30 minutes…
Nauvoo is a restored town run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This is the largest of the Church historical sites, and there are more than a dozen buildings, some original, and a few restored or added later. You cannot see everything in Historic Nauvoo in one…
Nauvoo is the crown jewel of LDS historical sites outside of Utah. We love visiting Nauvoo, and we’ve written about what to expect when you visit right here. One frustrating thing about this amazing site is that it closes its doors at 5 pm, leaving you plenty of down time. We’ve…
Carthage Jail is like a pilgrimage for most members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Most people make the trip to see the place that Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum were shot and killed. This site is definitely worth a visit on your Church History tour because,…