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MormonTimes.com: Nauvoo on flood watch; church members filling sandbags

I am not LDS but have such a love for the rich history of the Latter-day Saints. I hope and pray that the historic sites will be spared from this devestating flooding. My best wishes for the safety of the citizens affected by this tragedy. I know how industrious the Mormons are and I hope that these Mormon, indeed national, treasures are spared from harm. Dominus Vobiscum.

I just got back from serving as a missionary in Nauvoo and my heart goes out to all those working to preserve both the Little village of Niota and Nauvoo House at the South end of Main Street. The Memorial at the end of Parley Street is probably in harms way too. But knowing the folks of the wonderful town of Nauvoo, many of whom are not members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will be out there shoulder to shoulder with the missionaries (young and old). It was a thrill to have served there and if anyone reading this comment has never been there I highly suggest that it is worth the trip. 24 sites, free to the public and a great pageant during July. Don't forget to ask for you free Prairie Diamond Ring.

Thanks, historyman. Your comments are very kind and very appreciated.

I'm from IL and heading to Nauvoo w/ friends from SL in a few weeks. I called the Nauvoo Family Inn to book my room and asked how it was and the girl on the phone said it was an absolute mess. She was scared because she said you could actually hear the raging river from the hotel. If you have ever been to Nauvoo you know that the Nauvoo family Inn isn't exactly close to the water. She also said that as far as she knew there was no serious damage to any of the buildings. I worry about Joseph Smith's house...it is less than 30 feet from the water.

First of all historyman, you are a class act man, actually you are a breath of fresh air, it is so nice to have a non-Mormon say kind and thoughtful things, I will gladly focus on your thoughts and your kindness.
Second, I live about three hours from Nauvoo, I have been wondering what is happening there, Burlington is north of Nauvoo and they are on National news. With all my heart, I hope that these wonderful historic homes are not destroyed, but I also know that if they are, the church will rebuild. I feel so sad for all the people who have lost their homes or have been ruined by these floods.

God Bless the efforts to protect such valuable
historical landmarks.

Good Speed....

"I hope that these wonderful historic homes are not destroyed, but I also know that if they are, the church will rebuild."

I hope they won't have to divert any resources from the shopping center. That would be a shame!

Thank you very much for your kind words. May God bless you and yours too!

In 1974, our brand new, never used high school was flooded. We were over 1/2 mile from the Mississippi. Another year I was let out of school to help sandbag. It takes a lot of people and a lot of work to fill enough bags to do any good. Anyone thinking about going to help, and those who are already there will be appreciated for generations, by people who will never know their names, if they can save these structures.

And Thanks Historyman.

To anonymous
Sorry that you are having a grumpy day, hope it gets better! But thanks for your concern and kindness anyway!

Historyman, Thank you for your kind words and interest. I hope you know that we also try to help others preserve their spiritual treasures by helping to restore others churches and cathedrals. How much better off would this world be with just a bit more kindness and appreciation for each other.
I came to this site to get the latest on Nauvoo, and add my prayers that all those in the path of these floods will be able to save, if not their homes, at least their memories. May God bless us all to help each other however we are able.

In the flood of 1993,our family was visiting Nauvoo from Houston, TX. We went to the lovely performance given by the LDS missionaries at the Cultural Hall in the evening. It was after the show that the plea was given to go to the Nauvoo House and help with the sandbagging effort. They said that muskrats may have damaged the levee there. We all went with our teenage children and stacked sandbags atop the levee. Afterward, the kind members of the then Reorganized LDS Church gave us sandwiches and drinks in the basement of that historic home. It was a wonderful experience for our family that we will never forget. There was a special feeling between all the people who saved that building that night. Members of both faiths, and others, uniting in a great cause. I am sure the same is being rekindled at this time. And, again the historic Nauvoo House will be saved from the raging river. We all hope and pray for it to be so.

I visited the City of Nauvoo in 2003 on the way home from my mission in Tennessee. Nauvoo was an amazing experience, and I hope that someday I can go back and visit again. I hope that the city and it's historical sites will not be damaged during these storms.

when i was young [back in the 60's] my parents and i visted nauvoo 3 or 4 times a year.it was a wonderful place to grow up.some of my folks friends are still in nauvoo. i hope and pray that the fine people of nauvoo will come thru this flood with out any major problems. this town will always be in my heart!!!!

I sure hope the Historical area stays in tact. My Grandaughter & I visited in 2001, went to the Temple and visites all sites. We had been to Kirtland 2 days before, Our vist was a wonderful experience.

I was in Nauvoo back in 2006 visiting the historic sites with my husband and a friend and it was absolutely incredible to be part of this heritage. I am very sad to hear and see what is going on right now and pray that the weather will change so that no more damage is done to the people.

You will be in our prayers and bless all helping the generous people who are giving a helping hand.

Just wondering how the flooding will affect the youth coming to Nauvoo for EFY on the 30th?