Accessibility at Historic Nauvoo
Buildings and landscapes from the 19th century were not built with accessibility in mind. We recognize that can make things hard for visitors with accessibility needs. Historic Nauvoo is committed to making all reasonable accommodations for our programs, services, and facilities. Please see the individual location pages for helpful information as you best prepare for your visit.
Trained
service animals are allowed at Historic Nauvoo, including inside historic buildings. However, emotional support, therapy, comfort, and companion animals as well as pets are not allowed. Trained service animals are not permitted in the Nauvoo Illinois Temple. For more information, please see the “Service Animals” section
here .
There is designated accessible parking at the
Historic Nauvoo Visitors’ Center and near the
Taylor Home Print Shop and Post Office . There is also parking near many of the buildings and activities.
To find additional information on parking availability near a specific location, please refer to the parking information in the Accessibility section of the individual location pages listed below.
All public restrooms in Historic Nauvoo are wheelchair accessible. See the
Amenities Map for specific restroom locations.
There are no wheelchairs available for visitors to borrow. We encourage those who may need wheelchairs or other assistive devices to bring these items with them.
All the tours include limited seating options. Please be aware, however, that there might not be seating in every room of a building.
Additional information on seating availability at a specific location can be found on the individual location pages.
None of the upper floors of the historic buildings are wheelchair accessible. The buildings in the
Temple City tour have stairless entryways and tours do not include the upper floors. For other tours, missionaries can adapt the presentation as needed.
Additional information on mobility accessibility of a specific location can be found on the individual location pages.
Terrain throughout Historic Nauvoo consists of asphalt roads, compacted granite pathways, and concrete or brick walkways. Please be aware that some of the roads and sidewalks are in fair condition and may have potential hazards including potholes and uneven surfaces. The flooring inside buildings is typically carpet, wood, or brick and is generally in good repair.
For terrain and flooring descriptions in specific venues can be found on the individual location pages.
Tours are provided by missionaries who can provide verbal descriptions of the buildings, furnishings, and exhibits upon request.
Depending on staffing, missionaries who sign American Sign Language may be available. Please contact the site at
1-877-399-3046 or
ILSites_Scheduler@ChurchofJesusChrist.org to inquire about availability.
A brief description of what to expect at each location in Historic Nauvoo can be found on the individual location pages.
If you would like more detailed information on what to expect or would like to share any additional needs with our staff, please contact the site at
1-877-399-3046 or
ILSites_Scheduler@ChurchofJesusChrist.org .
Service Animals
Trained
Visitors with Limited Mobility
Parking
There is designated accessible parking at the
To find additional information on parking availability near a specific location, please refer to the parking information in the Accessibility section of the individual location pages listed below.
Restrooms
All public restrooms in Historic Nauvoo are wheelchair accessible. See the
Wheelchair and Other Assistive Device Availability
There are no wheelchairs available for visitors to borrow. We encourage those who may need wheelchairs or other assistive devices to bring these items with them.
Seating Areas During Tours
All the tours include limited seating options. Please be aware, however, that there might not be seating in every room of a building.
Additional information on seating availability at a specific location can be found on the individual location pages.
Building Accessibility
None of the upper floors of the historic buildings are wheelchair accessible. The buildings in the
Additional information on mobility accessibility of a specific location can be found on the individual location pages.
Terrain and Flooring Descriptions
Terrain throughout Historic Nauvoo consists of asphalt roads, compacted granite pathways, and concrete or brick walkways. Please be aware that some of the roads and sidewalks are in fair condition and may have potential hazards including potholes and uneven surfaces. The flooring inside buildings is typically carpet, wood, or brick and is generally in good repair.
For terrain and flooring descriptions in specific venues can be found on the individual location pages.
Visitors Who Are Blind or Have a Visual Impairment
Tours are provided by missionaries who can provide verbal descriptions of the buildings, furnishings, and exhibits upon request.
Visitors Who Are Hard of Hearing or Deaf
Depending on staffing, missionaries who sign American Sign Language may be available. Please contact the site at
Visitors with Autism
A brief description of what to expect at each location in Historic Nauvoo can be found on the individual location pages.
If you would like more detailed information on what to expect or would like to share any additional needs with our staff, please contact the site at