How Do You Plan A Visit To Nauvoo, Illinois?
Nauvoo, “the beautiful,” Illinois is a pivotal location in the history of the LDS (Mormon) Church. This is where the prophet Joseph Smith lived when he was martyred, and where he is buried, along with his brother Hyrum. A visit to historic Nauvoo offers a variety of history, scenery and entertainment. Make accommodation arrangements. Nauvoo’s busy season is summer. If you choose to go in the summer, you will need to make accommodation arrangements well in advance. There are bed and breakfasts, hotels and guest houses that you can stay in. Arrange for a car. If you are not driving your own car to Nauvoo, make arrangements for a rental car. The closest airport is 25 miles away at the Southeast Iowa Regional Airport, and the closest rail station in 15 miles away in Fort Madison, Iowa. Visit some of the historic sites. LDS Church historic sites abound in Nauvoo, from an “old Nauvoo” presentation that includes period costumes and daily tasks (including a blacksmithing demonstration), to tou
