Nauvoo Collection

Joseph Smiths original temple, Nauvoo, Ills. Print showing exterior view of Mormon temple building in Nauvoo, Illinois. Includes text about the construction of the building. Date c1890 May 12

ILLINOIS: NAUVOO, c1860. Nauvoo, Illinois, on the banks of the Mississippi River. Steel engraving, c1860

USA History: Church of the Mormons at Nauvoo
5313464 USA History: Church of the Mormons at Nauvoo; SeM Studio/UIG.

Temple mormon de Nauvoo (engraving)
3646143 Temple mormon de Nauvoo (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple mormon de Nauvoo. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1859)

Ruins Of The Mormon Temple Nauvoo Illinois United States Of America From A 19Th Century Print

Joseph and Hiram Smith, pioneers of Mormonism
JOSEPH SMITH (1805-1844) with his brother HIRAM pioneers of Mormonism, depicted in front of the Temple of Nauvoo

NEW JERSEY: FISHING VILLAGE. The Nauvoo section of the fishing village of Sea Bright, New Jersey. Engraving, American, 1888

MORMON TEMPLE FIRE. Burning of Mormon Temple at Nauvoo, Illinois, in 1848. Oil on linen by Carl Christensen

Allaman covered bridge in Henderson County, IL, north of Nauvoo

ILLINOIS: NAUVOO, 1854. View of Nauvoo, Illinois, from the Mississippi, looking down the river. Wood engraving, 1854

MORMON TEMPLE, NAUVOO. The Mormon temple at Nauvoo, Illinois, as it appeared in the 1840s. Wood engraving, American, 1870

MORMONS AT NAUVOO, 1840s. Joseph Smith reviewing the Nauvoo Legion, the militia unit at the Mormon settlement at Nauvoo, Illinois, early 1840s. Wood engraving, American, 1853

Mormons Leave Nauvoo
The Mormons leave Nauvoo, Illinois, heading West to Utah

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Nauvoo, a small town in Illinois, holds great historical significance as the birthplace of Mormonism. It was here that Joseph Smith, along with his brother Hiram Smith, established their original temple and laid the foundations for this religious movement. The Temple Mormon de Nauvoo stands as a testament to their vision and dedication. The ruins of the Mormon Temple in it can a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by early Mormons. A 19th-century print captures the grandeur that once adorned this sacred place. However, tragedy struck when fire engulfed the temple in 1848, leaving behind only remnants of its former glory. Beyond Illinois borders lies an unexpected connection to Nauvoo - Sea Bright, New Jersey. In its fishing village known as Nauvoo section, echoes of history can be found amidst coastal charm. Nestled north is Allaman covered bridge in Henderson County - a picturesque symbol bridging past and present. This serene spot offers respite from bustling city life while honoring the heritage surrounding it. A steel engraving from c1860 showcases Nauvoo's scenic location on the banks of Mississippi River - a strategic position that played a vital role in shaping its destiny. Another wood engraving from 1854 provides us with a glimpse downriver at this thriving settlement during that era. Mormons at they were not just spiritual pioneers but also defenders of their community. Joseph Smith's leadership is depicted through wood engravings capturing him reviewing the formidable militia unit known as the Nauvoo Legion during early 1840s. Though time has passed and circumstances have changed, these glimpses into Nauvoo's rich history remind us of its importance within American religious landscape and beyond.