The Weld House Museum

The Weld House Museum

Promoting Nauvoo's 200 year history

Located in Nauvoo's business district. It is named for Dr. John F. Weld. Dr Weld was a physician who came in 1837 and lived in the house from 1842-1846. Each room of the museum represents a timeline period including Native Indian artifacts, Nauvoo's first settlers, a Mormon display and Nauvoo's newspapers. Upstairs features an Icarian Room, the Bolton/Bollin Room, a River Room, the Schneider/Hummel Room, and the Frances Clark and Merchant Room. Open Seasonally May-October or by appointment.

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IAM on the Road
Nov 06, 2026, 9:00 AM CST
Nauvoo, IL
Join the Illinois Association of Museums and the Nauvoo Historical Society "On the Road" as we connect with regional museum people at a ...
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Nauvoo Historical Society Annual Dinner
Nov 06, 2026, 5:00 PM CST
Nauvoo, IL
Nauvoo Historical Society Annual Dinner November 6th 2026
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Nauvoo Kringlemart
Dec 05, 2026, 10:00 AM CST
Nauvoo, IL
Enjoy Christmas in Nauvoo at the Knights of Columbus hall. Serving lunch, enjoy a hot chocolate bar, shop from local craft vendors, a...
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