Experience History
Learn It
What happened? Learn about one of the most important Civil War battles west of the Mississippi.
Watch It
See the trailer for August Light: Wilson’s Creek and the Battle for Missouri from Wide Awake Films.
Experience It
Want to come see it for yourself? Find out what there is to do and how to plan your trip.
Wilson’s Creek Personal Plates
Would you like to have a personalized license plate for Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield? We’ve made it even easier to proudly display your support for our country’s heritage.
The Bugle Call Back Issues
The archives are now open! We made all the digital versions of The Bugle Call available for download. Filled with insightful historical articles, news and events, our newsletter is a great way to stay informed about all the efforts we make to preserve the battlefield and educate the next generation. If you want to get the latest issue and help us preserve, click here to learn more.
Cherry Blossom Festival
A Cherry Blossom Festival luncheon on April 26th will benefit the Wilson’s Creek Foundation and feature some incredible speakers!
Spring Fling 2024
Come and join us at Wilson’s Creek for the 2024 Spring Fling! You won’t want to miss this premiere event and a chance to support the Foundation as we preserve our history.
Latest Projects
Cherokee Braves Flag Receives Preservation Treatment
The Confederate Cherokee Mounted Rifles regimental flag, known as “Cherokee Braves,” recently returned from Harpers Ferry Center where it received preservation treatment. The flag is part of the permanent…
Explorer Quest Summer Camp
Every June, kids ages 9 through 12 participate in a free day camp that inspires them to protect and preserve Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield and other national parks while…
Latest News
Visitor Center Hours
Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield is changing the Visitor Center operating hours from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. to 9 a.m-5 p.m., remaining open seven days a week, starting April 1, 2024. The…
1860 Henry Rifle
Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield will take possession of an important Civil War artifact thanks to efforts of the Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Foundation and its supporters. The Foundation was presented with…
