Nauvoo, IL

In 1839, the Mormans established a settlement at Nauvoo, IL. By 1844, Nauvoo became one of the 10 argest cities in the U.S. and nearly as big as Chicago at that time. Other settlers in Illinois became angry with the Mormans because of their prosperity and independence from the government.
http://www.cofchrist.org/history/nauvoo.asp

Posted today thanks to the strong internet connection at Java Jive in downtown Hannibal.  And did we hit the "Jackpot"? Fresh huge cinnamon rolls made fresh every Friday a.m. 

                                       

Many of the descendents have returned and live in the homes of their ancestors and volunteer giving tours, working in the visitor center, work in the General Store, etc. at the site.