Mary Gibbs Bigelow autobiography

Collection

Identifier: MS 0141

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Mary Gibbs Bigelow autobiography details Bigelow's (1809-1888) life, telling of her youth, marriage, family's conversion to Mormonism, and troubles in Nauvoo, Illinois.

Dates

1830-1888

Creator

Bigelow, Mary Gibbs, 1809-1888 (Person)

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Biographical Sketch

Mary Gibbs Bigelow (1809-1888) was a convert to the LDS Church. She and her husband moved to Nauvoo, Illinois, in 1843 and experienced the troubles created by mobs against those of her faith.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Mary Gibbs Bigelow autobiography details Bigelow's (1809-1888) life, telling of her youth, marriage, family's conversion to Mormonism, and troubles in Nauvoo, Illinois.