Mormon History

Who was Joseph Smith? Why was he confused about religion? Learn how Joseph Smith sought truth by praying to God, how he had a vision and received an answer, and was later called as a prophet and eventually martyred for God.

Learn about Brigham Young and his remarkable role in Mormon history, including leading the pioneers on the great exodus West, in this profile about Brigham Young.

This free, full feature movie is about the prophet Joseph Smith, founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

An explanation of prophets and presidents from Mormon History. Learn more about how the LDS Church President receives his title and calling with this four page article on Mormon History.

Learn the history of the 13 Articles of Faith of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including the author and when he wrote the 13 Articles of Faith.

If you've heard much about us "Mormons" you may have heard that we worship someone named Joseph Smith. Who is this man? Do we worship Joseph Smith?

There are seven free pageants held by the LDS Church each year in different locations throughout the US. These pageants teach about the Mormon History through their theatrical performances.

Who are we and what do we believe? Find out about Mormon history, what the Apostasy is, and how Christ's church was organized again on the earth.

A review of Virtual Historian: Doctrine and Covenants which is an interactive, multimedia program that contains over 100 photographs of Historical Church Locations, biographies on everyone mentioned in the Doctrine and Covenants, historical backgrounds on each section, maps, a timeline, and all the sections of the Doctrine and Covenants.

This Mormon History article contains 12 pictures of The Sacred Grove where Joseph Smith had his First Vision.

Pictures of Joseph Smith and scenes from the Book of Mormon that make up part of Mormon History.

These great pictures of Mormon History are of Joseph Smith's room where he saw the Angel Moroni for the first time.

Over 120 free LDS clipart pictures of Joseph Smith, Gordon B. Hinckley, pioneers, and other church leaders from Mormon History.

A four part explanation of the Mormon History of LDS Church's Leaders, the titles used to address members, how callings are received, and past LDS prophets.

Some statistics from Mormon History including total number of members, wards, stakes, missionaries, etc.

Who was the President of the USA when Johnson's army was sent to destroy the Salt Lake Temple? Find out more about this bit of Mormon History here.

The Nauvoo bell, a symbol of religious freedom from Mormon History is a reminder that "our nation and our community owes its existence to our trust in God."

Learn more about the Mormon History of the first Nauvoo Temple, and the rebuilding of it 150 years later.

By President Gordon B. Hinckley, this statement clarifies the LDS Church's stand on polygamy, a part of Mormon History.

This article by the previous LDS guide gives some good information on this part of Mormon history.

In Mormon History when the pioneers settled the Salt Lake Valley the temple was more than just a matter of functional design or conceptual convenience; it was a symbol of their faith and devotion to the Lord.

An article including pictures of the amazing Hill Cumorah Pageant, a world famous theatrical production of Mormon History.

There is more than one way to keep a journal. This article gives a huge list of additional ways of recording your personal Mormon history along with handy tips and tricks.

The LDS Church has a new website about Joseph Smith! It provides information about his life, ministry, mission, and other Mormon history information. There are quotes, daily events, historic sites, and other great features including photographs, artwork, documents, maps, and online resources.

JosephSmithPapers.org is a website about the collecting, organizing, transcribing, and publishing of the numerous documents related to the life and teachings of the prophet Joseph Smith.

Located in Nauvoo, Illinois this pageant tells this beautiful yet tragic story of Mormon history through songs and dancing. This site includes location and schedule information.

This official LDS Church site contains wonderful resources including: Mormon History, sites of interest, church library, archives, and the Museum of Mormon History and Art.

A chronological compilation of Mormon history through the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. If you love reading about Mormon history you'll love this.