This Franklin Richards Smith papers (1877-1938) consist of correspondence, papers, and photographs which document Smith's LDS mission to England, 1908-1911. Also included is correspondence of his parents, other relatives, and associates. Finally, the collection includes an assortment of printed materials such as newspaper clippings, booklets, and assorted souvenir items. The collection consists entirely of photocopies.

The Joseph F. Smith family papers (1860-1944) contain correspondence, diaries, a letter book, and general materials pertaining to the life of Joseph F. Smith, his wives, and family. Smith was the sixth President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). He was the last President of the Church to have personally known the founder of the LDS faith, the Prophet Joseph Smith, Jr., who was also his uncle.

The Joseph Fielding Smith photograph collection contains portraits of Joseph F. Smith and of several members of his family.