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.
Cherry Blossom Festival
A Cherry Blossom Festival luncheon on April 24th will benefit the Wilson’s Creek Foundation and feature some incredible speakers!
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.
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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.
Latest Projects
Saving Bloody Hill
On the morning of August 10, 1861, Union and Southern troops clashed at Wilson’s Creek in the second major battle of the Civil War. Some of the most pivotal…
New Sunday Speaker Series: This Hallowed Ground
Sundays at 1 p.m. | July 6 – August 3 | Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Join us for this special five-week series highlighting the stories behind battlefield preservation, commemoration,…
Latest News
Rapid Response Fund
As President of the Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Foundation, I am grateful for donors who believe in our mission to protect the hallowed ground of Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.…
Government Shutdown
As of October 1, 2025, the federal government is in a shutdown. We want to let you know how this affects Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield.
The park is partially…
