Historic Sites

New York and Pennsylvania Historic Sites

The New York and Pennsylvania historical sites are where events fundamental to the organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints occurred. Learn more about these sacred events at historic sites.

Discover New York and Pennsylvania

The New York and Pennsylvania historical sites are where events fundamental to the organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints occurred. Learn more about these sacred events at historic sites.

Learn about the beginnings of the restoration, where God first spoke to Joseph Smith and called him as a prophet.
Here, in the Sacred Grove, God the Father and His son, Jesus Christ, appeared to Joseph Smith in answer to his earnest prayer.
Follow the coming forth of the Book of Mormon from the Hill Cumorah to Grandin’s Press.

Plan Your Visit to New York and Pennsylvania

Get an overview on how to best experience the historic sites in New York and Pennsylvania.
Get more information on how to travel to the New York and Pennsylvania Historic Sites.
Learn more about each individual historic location in New York and Pennsylvania.
View a list of the tours available at the historic sites in Pennsylvania and New York.
View sample itineraries for New York and Pennsylvania.
Learn more about accessibility at the New York and Pennsylvania Historic Sites.
Learn how you and your family can get the most out of visiting the New York and Pennsylvania Historic Sites.
Learn more about how to prepare for bringing a group to the historic sites in New York and Pennsylvania.

General Hours and Schedule

Summer Season
April 1 – September 30 

General Hours
Monday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM 
Sunday: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Winter Season
October 1 – March 31 

General Hours
Monday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM 


More detailed schedule information can be found on each location page.

For questions, please contact the site by phone at 1-315-597-1671 (New York Sites)
or 1-570-335-9580 (Pennsylvania Sites).

About New York and Pennsylvania


The New York and Pennsylvania historic sites are where events central to the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints took place. The Sacred Grove, Hill Cumorah, Priesthood Restoration Site, Whitmer Farm, and Grandin Building all tell a story of faith, perseverance, and hope. They have been preserved for visitors to enjoy either in person or virtually.
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