Wilson's Creek
- Missouri
photo: Charles Dischinger, National Park Service
Why go there?
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield in Missouri commemorates the site of the second major battle of the Civil War, fought on August 10, 1861. This pivotal clash marked the first major conflict west of the Mississippi River, where Union and Confederate forces struggled for control of Missouri. Visitors can explore the battlefield, view historical exhibits, and tour the preserved Ray House, used as a field hospital. The site honors those who fought and preserves key Civil War history in the West.
