Introduction
The Family Living Center is an additional Pioneer Life experience. This large demonstration building showcases eight different arts and crafts from the early days of Nauvoo. From making bread to dipping candles, throwing pottery to winding rope, shaping barrels to weaving cloth, there is plenty to see and do for both children and adults.
What to Expect
The Family Living Center is a self-directed experience. Missionaries will offer demonstrations at the stations, some of which offer activities for visitors to participate in. After visiting the Family Living Center, you are free to explore the rest of Nauvoo. You might be interested in other Pioneer Life experiences such as the guided tour beginning at the Cultural Hall, Sessions Home, Pastimes Pavilion, or wagon ride.
Accessibility
Parking
- There is parking available on the north side of the Family Living Center. There are parking spots along White Street, as well as a large lot on the corner of White Street and Main Street.
- There is no designated accessible parking. However, the size of this parking lot will be able to accommodate visitors’ vehicles with accessibility needs if the lot is not full.
Mobility Accessibility
Exterior
- Stairless entry into the building from the front doors
Interior
- The building is only one story.
Terrain and Flooring
Exterior
- Street: Gravel road along the north side (good condition); level. Asphalt along east side (fair condition); level
- Sidewalk: Stamped concrete (excellent condition) and aggregate concrete (good condition); level
Interior
- Flooring: Brick
Seating
- Benches at every station
- Benches in the center near entrance