Mormon Trail Center

Sister Davis took us on a walking tour through the museum! It was super interesting and the three kids I brought 15/11/8 listened the whole time and even asked questions! It was really nice having someone lead us and give us information beyond what the little blurbs say. She was really kind and engaging. It was very enlightening to learn about The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints!

There was a special spirit here as history was shared and we learned of hardships and triumphs of those that traveled and settled the frontiers. Those giving tours are very nice and also cautious of our time. There are picnic tables that were shaded and wonderful in the late afternoon. This was a wonderful stop on our road trip.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entryFree

Historical accounts of how there came to be a Mormon Trail. Don't miss out on the short films after the tour and if it's nice weather do the cemetery tour as well. The volunteers are fantastic and knowledgeable.

Special, beautiful, reverent place. totally realize the pics are of the Temple, not the visitors center Plus, the Elder senior missionary that helped me thru the tour was wonderful. Very informative and honestly felt like I made a friend for life. Well worth the visit.

The stop over I had while in the area for business was amazing. I got to learn about my own ancestors who had passed through the area in 1866, and later did down and back runs by ox team and wagon to Council Bluffs, IA. I was unaware of this until I compared a story of my ancestors to the events that played out there. I felt a clear connection to their experiences.

Really cool, very interesting museum, lots of cool displays and info, you can get a tour from the people here!Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entryFree

We stopped by just to see what was available. As of 6/12/21, masks are still required indoors. Lots of displays and interactive exhibits for the kids. The Sister missionary who gave us the tour was fantastic with our kids, helped them find all the hands on stuff, and answered all their questions. They got to try out a handmade odometer, try pulling a handcart, and even picked up felt "cow pies" for fuel crossing the plains. The kids had a blast. Very informative about a hard period of time for those crossing the plains. Lots of artifacts, old photos, and maps/models.

This museum is a wonderful slice of history. You really get a sense of the hardship those early pioneers undertook during their westward trek. Unbelievably tough and committed individuals. I'd love to meet them. I had no idea the wagon wheels were so large. It was great to see artifacts up close. The replicas of the temples are beautiful. I would visit again.

Wonderful visit & free guided tour to learn of the history of the people that first settled here and their struggles and challenges to migrate West. It took so much faith and perseverance.

The staff at the center were extremely friendly and immediately offered to give me a guided tour of the exhibits at my pace and answering any questions I had. Even if you are like me and not a part of the LDS Church or didn't know a lot about their history, it is a great location to learn about one of the great westward trails and the stories of the people who forged and trekked them.