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religion1 year ago

LDS Church Acquires Historic Kirtland Temple and Sites

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has purchased the Kirtland Temple and historic sites in Nauvoo, Illinois, along with several historical documents and artifacts from the Community of Christ for $192.5 million. The Kirtland Temple will remain a historic building open to the public, and the purchase will allow the Community of Christ to fund its missionary efforts. The acquisition includes significant items such as the Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible, original portraits of Joseph and Emma Smith, and the original door of Missouri’s Liberty Jail.

via Salt Lake Tribune|
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religion1 year ago

"Church Acquires Historic Sites and Documents from Community of Christ and LDS Church"

Community of Christ and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have announced the transfer of significant historical properties and artifacts related to the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. The transaction involves land, buildings, artifacts, and documents in Kirtland, Ohio, and Nauvoo, Illinois, with the most significant items including the Kirtland Temple, the Smith Family Homestead, the Mansion House, the Nauvoo House, and the Red Brick Store. The historic sites will remain open to the public, and the two churches have a strong, respectful relationship, having collaborated on numerous historical and humanitarian projects in the past.

via Church Newsroom|
#artifacts#community-of-christ#historic-sites
religion1 year ago

"The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Acquires Historic Kirtland Temple and Artifacts"

The responsibility and ownership for the Kirtland Temple, historic buildings in Nauvoo, and various manuscripts and artifacts have officially transferred from Community of Christ to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The historic transfer underscores the commitment to preserving religious and cultural heritage and fostering opportunities for growth and service to the world. The Kirtland Temple and historic buildings in Nauvoo will reopen for public tours at no charge, and both organizations express their dedication to preserving these sacred places, documents, and artifacts for future generations.

via Church Newsroom|
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