Experience the lives of the early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who settled along the banks of the Mississippi in 1839 as the people of Old Nauvoo present prairie life in the area from 1839-1846. Over 30 historic attractions are brought to life through year-round living history interpretation and performers who share the stories of these early Illinoisans. Today’s Nauvoo boasts a charming downtown historic district with lovely shops and restaurants. It’s also home to Illinois’ oldest winery – Baxter’s Vineyards which has been producing wine here since 1851. And, don’t miss nearby Carthage home to the Kibbe Hancock Heritage Museum, the Carthage Lake and the Old Jail.
For more information:
Nauvoo Tourism Office
1440 Mulholland Street, Suite A
Nauvoo, IL 62354
309-221-9803
http://www.beautifulnauvoo.com/
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Nauvoo Tourism Office
1440 Mulholland Street Suite A Nauvoo, Illinois 62354
Step back in time and experience the charm of Nauvoo!
Whether you’re enjoying a guided horse-drawn wagon ride, sampling wines from our local wineries, or playing games from the 1840s, there’s something for everyone to explore. The living historic district, museums, live performances, and year-round events bring the city's rich past to life. With so much to see and do, two days won’t be enough to take it all in! Best of all, many of our events and attractions are free, making it easy to enjoy an unforgettable visit.
No matter when you visit, Nauvoo is full of excitement and hospitality. Stroll through charming shops, indulge in delicious local dining, and immerse yourself in history with interactive experiences. From seasonal festivals to daily activities, there’s always something happening in Nauvoo. After a full day of adventure, relax and unwind at one of our cozy lodging options, where you can stay right in the heart of historic Nauvoo.
Historic Nauvoo
290 N. Main Street Nauvoo, Illinois 62354
In 1839, early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints established this place of peace and beauty on a great bend in the Mississippi River. Today, Nauvoo is one of America’s premier historic communities. Visitors can explore more than 30 historic sites from the 1839-1846 time period all year long!
In the video below, Bryan Andreason, historian from the LDS History Museum in Salt Lake City, offered a presentation for the Looking for Lincoln Conversations video series. The video, 'Lincoln in Mormon Country,' discusses the intertwined history of Lincoln and The Church of Latter Day Saints.
Nauvoo Historical Society
1380 Mulholland Street Nauvoo, Illinois 62354
The Nauvoo Historical Society operates two local museums covering 200 years of Nauvoo's rich history with original artifacts representing the periods of Nauvoo's timeline. From the first pioneer settlers, to the Latter-day Saints, the Icarians and the German immigrants, all of the groups that came to make up Nauvoo are preserved here. Photo is of the Rhienberger Museum
Weld House Museum
1380 Mulholland St., Nauvoo, Illinois
The Weld House Museum is located in Nauvoo's business district and is one of western Illinois's best examples of Greek revival architecture. The Weld House was built in the late 1830s and served as the home and office of Dr. John F. Weld from 1842-1846. Today it houses a museum where each room is from a different era of Nauvoo’s history. Each room of the museum represents a timeline period including Native Indian artifacts, Nauvoo's first settlers, a Mormon display and Icarians among others.
The Rhienberger Museum
980 S Bluff St., Nauvoo, Illinois
The Rhienberger Museum is located in the Nauvoo State Park next to the oldest vineyard in Nauvoo. Highlights of the museum include the Abraham Lincoln Room, Quilt Room, Victorian Parlor, toy and doll antiques, summer kitchen, and an original stone arched wine cellar. Here you can view antiques from local families and churches, including bibles, a spinning wheel, and the framed Lincoln prints of Lane K. Newberry.
This house was built by Mormons in the 1840s, remodeled by Icarians, and later owned by the Rheinberger family. It serves as the Nauvoo State Park Museum, features a wine cellar and a press room, and is the only Nauvoo wine cellar open to the public. This is also the location of Nauvoo's first vineyard, which has been producing grapes since the mid-1800s. The museum itself exhibits artifacts from all periods of Nauvoo's history, from Native Americans to the introduction of Nauvoo Blue Cheese in the 1930s.
Lincoln and Nauvoo
Kimball St. and N. Durphy St. Nauvoo, Illinois 62354
Looking for Lincoln wayside exhibits tell the stories of Lincoln’s life and times in Illinois. Each wayside exhibit tells a unique Lincoln story and a local story. Many of the waysides share little known stories about Lincoln and the individuals he interacted with. There are over 260 Looking for Lincoln waysides in the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area.
In the video below, Bryan Andreason, historian from the LDS History Museum in Salt Lake City, offered a presentation for the Looking for Lincoln Conversations video series. The video, 'Lincoln in Mormon Country,' discusses the intertwined history of Lincoln and The Church of Latter Day Saints.
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