Battlefield Preserves Civil War History
The Battle of Wilson’s Creek was fought ten miles southwest of Springfield on August 10, 1861. Wilson’s Creek (called Oak Hills by the Confederates) was the second major battle of the Civil War and the first major engagement to take place west of the Mississippi River.
Named for the stream that crosses the area where the battle occurred, it was a bitter struggle between Union and Confederate forces for control of Missouri in the first year of the Civil War.
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Family Cemetery
A family cemetery is located on Wilson's Creek National Battlefield.
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Flag
This flag is among the Civil War artifacts on display at Wilson's Creek...
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Weapons
Civil War weapons are on display at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield.
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Battle Map
A lighted map explains details of the Civil War Battle at Wilson's Creek...
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Family Cemetery
A family cemetery is among the sites at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield.
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Civil War Displays
Impressive, detailed displays of Civil War memorabilia can be seen at...
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