Monday, May 19, 2008

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
6424 W. FR 182
Republic MO

Phone: 417-732-2662

Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily

Season: Year-round, Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day

Admission: $5 person; $10 per car

Description: Fought on August 10, 1861, the Battle of Wilson's Creek was a pivotal battle in Missouri and the second major battle of the Civil War. When the smoke cleared, more than 2,500 Union and Confederate soldiers were killed or wounded in five hours of intense fighting. The visitor center features a 13-minute film, a museum and changing exhibits. A five-mile self-guided tour road allows visitors to explore the battlefield at their own pace. Short trails lead to various battle sites, including Bloody Hill and the John Ray house.

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