Historic Kirtland

Experience Historic Kirtland Village

A meticulously restored and reconstructed 19^th-century settlement, Historic Kirtland showcases the vitality and spirit of the early American frontier. It also offers a colorful glimpse into the Second Great Awakening, a period of religious fervor in the United States in the 1820s and '30s, as it tells the story of early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Historic Sites Include:

Newel K. Whitney Store

See how shopping has changed over two centuries! This restored “general store” has been stocked with commodities listed in the owner’s 1826 ledger and account book.
Newel K. Whitney Home

On the northwest corner of Historic Kirtland's main intersection stands the small, but elegant home of Newell K. and Elizabeth Ann Whitney.
The Ashery

Explore the only restored ashery in North America. Learn how this 19^th-century chemical plant produced highly useful commodities from ashes that were collected, purchased or bartered from the settlers.
The Sawmill

A reconstructed, fully functional sawmill. An impressive water wheel powers saw blades that move up to 60 strokes per minute and can handle logs up to 16 feet long. Periodically the sawmill is “powered up.” Call for scheduled demonstrations.
The Schoolhouse

Inside the 1819 “little red schoolhouse” rests a cast-iron stove surrounded by authentic tiered seating from the period.
The John Johnson Inn

New and re-built version of the Peter French Tavern, known years ago as Kirtland's first hotel. Standing at the intersection of Chillicothe and Kirtland-Chardon Road in the 1830s, it served comfort to weary travelers.
John Johnson Farm House (Hiram, Ohio)
The Johnson home in Hiram, Ohio is a short hour drive from Historic Kirtland. Stand on the front steps where the Prophet Joseph Smith stood to deliver many sermons.
Isaac Morley Farm

See the beautiful wooded area where the religious group called "The Family" was led by Isaac Morley and where the first general conference in Kirtland was held.
Saints of Kirtland

Know the background of your ancestors and enhance your visit to Historic Kirtland. The Saints of Kirtland has information on early Latter-day Saints that were in Kirtland during the 1830s.
Visitors Center

Housed in this 1,000 square foot, two story replica of an 1899 grist mill are exhibit rooms and a 120-seat theater.
Stannard Quarry

Stone quarried here found its way into many early homes and buildings, including the Kirtland Temple. Signs and demonstrations tell the story of men who labored mightily to quarry and haul stone into surrounding structures.
Fairport Harbor

The village of Fairport Harbor is both a Church historical site and a fun recreational stop. When visiting this site, note the excellent marker placed by the Mormon Historic Sites Foundation at the base of the lighthouse.

Schedule Group Tours

Historic Kirtland is east of Cleveland, Ohio, just minutes from I-90 and other major highways. FREE TOURS are available beginning at the Visitors’ Center. Modern facilities, available at no charge, include ample parking, clean restrooms, and picnic areas. Lodging and restaurants are available within a mile.