Lucy Mack Smith Home

The Lucy Mack Smith Home honors the mother of Joseph Smith. A loyal supporter of her son and the Church, Lucy made significant contributions to the history of the Restoration, including preserving the memory of Joseph Smith after his death through her writings.

Devoted to caring for his mother, the Church purchased the home for Lucy from Joseph Bates Noble and Mary Beman Noble. Lucy lived here for only a short time, moving into the home in April 1846 and moving out that same year to live with her daughter Lucy Millikin. When Lucy Mack Smith lived in this home, she would meet with visitors to Nauvoo. For a 25-cent fee she showed some of the Egyptian relics associated with the Book of Abraham.

Throughout her life, Lucy Mack Smith was an influential member and leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Even in her advancing age, she continued to be actively involved in the religious community. She joined the Female Relief Society of Nauvoo at its second meeting on March 24, 1842, where she provided important records for the Church through her personal history. She began dictating the story of her life and family, offering unique insights that are still referenced today.