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Comment on Nauvoo Temple by Gary A. Sterrett

William Allred was my Great Great Grandfather and he hauled the first load of stone to the Temple. He worked on the Temple doing stone work,carpenter work and worked as a joiner. I have been a member all of my life, but while doing my Family History I have been made aware of so many things to be proud of that my ancesters have done in their lives. It strengthens my testimony of the gospel to know that they lived the gospel in their lives and believed it to be true so much as to die for it.

Comment on Guestbook by Liz Akers

My husband, daughter and her family and I made the trip last year for the first time. At least for me. I was amazed how they replicated the village into what it once was. I've always heard about Nauvoo and was never fortunate to take a trip to visit. It was enjoyable and hope to return soon.

Comment on Pageant by Carsun Epps and Family

We love Nauvoo it's the most wuonderful place. It's very happy there, everyone is nice and welcoming. The first yearwe went I was 8 years old .... And now I am 11 years old and I'm going to be 12 in September and My only wish is that I can go to the Nauvoo temple on my birthday....(edited)

Comment on John Taylor Home by mary

Nauvoo is just as beautiful as it always was. I'm glad that these sites have been restored, so that many can see it.

Comment on Webb Brothers’ Blacksmith Shop by Stewart Webb

Being at my great grand father's shop was a highlight of the trip.

Comment on About the Temple by Theresa

I love being there,I feel at peace.

Comment on Historic Sites by Dawn

My family had lived in Sonora Township, just outside of Nauvoo proper, since about 1850. When I was young, I would spend summers at my grandmother's farm just outside of town. My grandma, Grace Ronner, would tell me stories of our family history and my aunt, Lois Ronner, took me through just about every historic home and shop in Nauvoo. It was fascinating, educational and created memories that I will never forget. I've not been to Nauvoo in over 10 years, but hope to return soon.

Comment on Guestbook by Kyle H

My girlfriend Anna and I visited the Historic Nauvoo last summer. We had a wonderful vacation. We both love http://www.historicnauvoo.net. All the best

Comment on Heber C. Kimball Home by Mark Christensen

I just wnated to comment that there would not be a restored Nauvoo, had it not been for Dr. Kimball. I served with him, and with out his wealth and expertise it would not be the spritual mecca that it is.

Comment on Guestbook by Sarah Korab

As I started to rap up my Browning family genealogy today, my husband asks about the Browning guns. Not knowing anything about Browning guns, I took a look anyway to see if there was any relation. Lo and behold, my line and the Browning gun family line descend from two brothers. You made my husband's night. He is so excited about a future trip to this site. Bucket List #23. :0)

Comment on Joseph Smith Historic Site by Bill Schletzer

I recently visited Nauvoo with my two children. I visited both visitor centers and many of the sites....I'm not of this faith and had some questions about the differences and why the splits happened and about the fundamentalist Mormons who still believe in polygamy and other questions. I was afraid to bring this up with the woman [at the Community of Christ visitors' center] for fear of offending her but I did. She gave me excellent answers to all my questions and was very nice. She helped me to see that this is still an evolving, living faith. A lot of these off shoots remind me of the many early sects in the first 300 years of Christianity. I learned a lot from her. She also helped me chose a book that will allow me to explore these issues more thoroughly. I don't know her name but she had been there for years and that was her last week there, the week of August 8th, 2011. I'm glad to have met her. [edited]

Comment on Historic Sites by Mat

The stuff there was cool, but what I remember most about my trip to Nauvoo is this store nearby where they sold replicates of the Nauvoo Legion's swords.

Comment on Just Plain Anna-Amanda by Cheryl Sulzen

Amazing and fun. Very notable. One of my family's favorite things in Nauvoo.

Comment on High Hopes and River Boats by Anne

I saw this for Girl's Camp this year- This was an amazing play and I really want to see it again!

Comment on Guestbook by Mark Cummings

My wife and I visited Nauvoo some years ago. It was the best vacation of our lives. We loved Nauvoo, the local people were so friendly. We so look forward to returning.

Comment on Guestbook by Mama Guardian

This was my 5th visit to Nauvoo (though spanning over the past 22 years). I fell in the love with the place on my first tour at age 16! Yet I never have enough time to see and do everything there! This time we were there five days,... the spirit is in that city and we felt it as we attempted to learn of and remember our pioneer heritage. I was very pleased with the Community of Christ's tour; I felt they did a wonderful job sharing our common history and being respectful to Latter-days Saints. The performing missionaries and senior missionaries gave us wonderful shows. Sunset by the Missisissippi was such a pleasant surprise; really set in the fact that the Saints were not always serious and sober - that after the work was done, fun and entertainment were had just for the sake of having a good time and being refreshed. And, of course, there are places for spiritual nourishing as well... I feel like I missed so much (even though I saw a LOT) that we'll have to go back yet again! [edited]

Comment on Group Tours by rob

While making the trip to Carthage, be sure after you take in the beautiful old Carthage Jail site, to cross the street to the Kibbe museum. Plan at least an hour to explore this amazing gem of a museum filled with the history of the Mormon experience in the Midwest, the many visits of Abraham Lincoln to the Carthage area, and the lifestyles and memories of days gone by. If you’ve got a little more time–take the short walk to the historic Carthage square and find the 6 “Looking for Lincoln” waysides situated around the town square. Each wayside tells the story of what life was like in Hancock County when Joseph Smith and Abraham Lincoln both lived in this area at the same time in history...Plan to spend a good half day in Carthage—you’ll be glad you did! [edited]

Comment on Guestbook by rob

Attended the pageant the other evening. A beautiful outdoor show with very talented and enthusiastic cast members. I highly recommend a day trip to the Nauvoo/Carthage area!

Comment on Things To Do Nearby by rob

Hi Guys, While making the trip to Carthage, be sure after you take in the beautiful old Carthage Jail site, to cross the street to the Kibbe museum. Plan at least an hour to explore this amazing gem of a museum filled with the history of the Mormon experience in the Midwest, the many visits of Abraham Lincoln to the Carthage area, and the lifestyles and memories of days gone by. If you've got a little more time--take the short walk to the historic Carthage square and find the 6 "Looking for Lincoln" waysides situated around the town square. Each wayside tells the story of what life was like in Hancock County when Joseph Smith and Abraham Lincoln both lived in this area at the same time in history...Plan to spend a good half day in Carthage---you'll be glad you did!

Comment on Activities by Bannah Hanover

The last time our family visited Nauvoo was in 2002. We just visited again this year, 2011. We had an awesome experience. The fair and pageant were fun and inspiring. We played games, danced and just enjoyed going back to the pioneers days where family togetherness was so important. We walked the Trail of Hope and watched the sun set. On our return we saw the beautiful Nauvoo Temple. We felt to thank our Heavenly Father for the example and sacrifice of the pioneers.

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