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Brigham Young Home

610 Kimball St, Nauvoo, IL 62354

Historic Sites

Visit the home of Brigham Young, the second President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, leader of the Church's movement to the West, and first territorial governor of Utah.

In the Brigham and Mary Ann Young Home, visitors hear stories about Brigham Young’s leadership in Nauvoo as president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. They also learn details about the family’s home life in Nauvoo, their decision to leave their home and city behind, and their efforts to prepare for a new life in the West.

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  • Mon: 9:00am – 5:30pm
  • Tue: 9:00am – 5:30pm
  • Wed: 9:00am – 5:30pm
  • Thu: 9:00am – 5:30pm
  • Fri: 9:00am – 5:30pm
  • Sat: 9:00am – 5:30pm
  • Sun: 12:30pm – 5:00pm

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