"John Whitmer Historical Association (JWHA) is an independent scholarly society composed of individuals of various religious faiths who share a lively interest in the history of the Restoration Movement."
Mission of the John Whitmer Historical Association:
- Create and encourage interest in Latter Day Saint history, especially the history of the Community of Christ.
- Stimulate scholarly research and publication in the field of Latter Day Saint history.
- Promote communication among scholars of Latter Day Saint history.
- Provide an institutional vehicle for the dissemination of the fruits of scholarly research to members of the Latter Day Saint churches and other interested persons.