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Places Of Faith: Important LDS Sites in the NortheastBy Art Gib Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints read and learn about diverse geographical locations that are important to their scriptures, history, and culture. Many choose to visit these places to experience for themselves what it might have been like to kneel in prayer where Joseph Smith did or see where the first Books of Mormon were published. The following are just some of the places to visit in North America that are important and sacred to faithful LDS people everywhere. Palmyra/Sacred Grove/Hill Cumorah Palmyra, N.Y is still a tiny village whose main street looks much as it did when Joseph Smith lived there as a young boy. Located about 30 miles east of the city of Rochester, Palmyra is easily accessible and there is a wide variety of LDS sites to explore within a small geographical area. Downtown, visit the historic Grandin Building, where the first Books of Mormon were printed. Nearby, spend some time where it all began-- in the peaceful woods known as the Sacred Grove, where Joseph Smith is believed to have had his miraculous vision that led to the founding of one of the world's fasting growing churches. This site has its own visitors' center, and tours are offered of the adjacent Smith family farm. There is another visitors' center up the road near the Hill Cumorah. The center offers extensive information about the recovery of and translation of the gold plates which would later become the Book of Mormon. There is also a spectacular outdoor religious pageant held at the site every July, with a cast of hundreds. The Peter Whitmer farm is also nearby, where visitors can see the humble home where the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was officially organized on April 6, 1830. Kirtland, Ohio Kirtland is famous for being the site of the first LDS temple; although the temple itself is not still owned by the church, the Community of Christ offers tours of this beautiful and sacred edifice. The love, hard work, and faith that the early Saints put into this charming temple is apparent in its careful craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. The LDS Church has restored many historic buildings and recreated the look of the period. Visit the Newel K. Whitney store, which looks as it did in 1831. While Joseph and Emma Smith lived with the Whitneys, Joseph received 20 revelations which became a part of the Doctrine and Covenants (including the Word of Wisdom), and the School of the Prophets was located upstairs. Visitors to Kirtland may also stroll through the ashery, sawmill, schoolhouse, Whitney home, and take a drive out to the John Johnson house. This is only a fraction of LDS sites that can be enjoyed in the continental United States. They are all important to the faith of Saints all over the world. About the author For the best in LDS tours to the Church's most interesting sites, contact Fun For Less Tours (http://funforlesstours.com/). Art Gib is a freelance writer. |
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