Mormon Trail Center

Great free attraction right here in Omaha! My parents were visiting from Illinois, and multiple friends had suggested they check out the Mormon Trail Center while they were here. They went in January and enjoyed it so much they wanted to go back in March and take me. I’m told the time to go is when they have the gingerbread exhibit going on (I believe it takes place throughout December), so sadly we missed this. However, this is a great facility. The staff were pleasant and offered to give a guided tour. We decided to go on our own throughout the museum, which is full of information regarding the move from Illinois to Salt Lake City. All the information was very fascinating!
I am from Illinois and live about an hour from Nauvoo, which is where the story basically starts with their trek. I’ve been to Nauvoo a number of times which has an amazing area dedicated to the Mormon history. Unfortunately, the Mormon Trail Center in Omaha doesn’t even compare to what they have in Nauvoo. So if you are ever in West Central Illinois, make sure to take a trip to Historic Nauvoo – you definitely won’t be disappointed.
If you are in Omaha though, definitely make a trip to the Mormon Trail Center – it’s worth a visit!

A very educational experience about pioneer heritage and the sacrifices they had to make. I’m so glad we came.
The facility is very clean and organized. The architecture is great too; there’s a section with stained glass that has a window you can look out of and see the temple and graveyard out of. They also have a mock log cabin you can go in and sections with many different attractions. I liked the pioneer odometer and the dress up sections.
The missionaries were very informative on our tour and let us go as fast or as slow as we wanted. They were very friendly and answered all of our questions.
My family and I had lots of fun and learned much at the visitors center. We took many photos inside and outside and I definitely recommend touring each. Five stars for fun and excellence!

I make it a habit to do something educational on most trips I go on. The Mormon Trail Center provided insight into the journey taken by the Mormon Pioneers and piqued my interest to learn more about the history of the faith. Regardless of your religious affiliation, a trip here will provide you with another piece of the American story. I love that this is a guided tour led by young believers in the faith. Their passion and enthusiasm about sharing their history and beliefs added to my overall enjoyment… and it’s FREE! The tour takes about an hour, but allow some extra time to sit and reflect in the room that looks out on the nearby temple; it’s picturesque and serene.

This review is strictly for the gingerbread display. What a cool place! The gingerbread creations are awesome! Highly recommend!

Fun place to go to learn about the Mormon pioneers from the area. They have a cabin inside that represents how the pioneers lived and a hand cart you can try pulling. They also have dress up clothes for kids. It’s not too preachy, though Mormon missionaries do offer to take you on a tour.
Love the gingerbread house display in December!