Wilson's Creek National Battlefield • Missouri

Men in reproduction uniforms talk around a campfire

Women in reproduction historic dress sit and stand on porch of old cabin

A stone marker with engraving sits in front of a wooden fence and trees

The receiver of an 1864 rifle shows decorative engraving with the original owner's name

A man and woman walk with their dog on a paved road edged by trees and fields

Front Entrance of Visitor Center and Arrowhead on sign reading "Wilson's Creek National Battlefield"

General Nathaniel Lyon killed at The Battle of Wilson's Creek was placed on this bed. The Lyon Bed.

Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focused national attention on the war in Missouri. Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield commemorates and interprets the battle within the context of the war in the Trans-Mississippi West.

Living history volunteers act out a scene during the annual Moonlight Tours event
Charles Dischinger

Living history volunteers give demonstration at the historic Edwards Cabin
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The 1928 Lyon Marker commemorates General Nathaniel Lyon, the first Union general to die in the Civil War.
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A rare 1864 Henry repeating rifle from the park's museum collection belonged to Missouri Civil War veteran George W. Fulton
Courtesy of Morphy Auctions

Visitors enjoy an evening stroll on the Tour Road.
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Begin your visit at the newly remodeled Visitor Center at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield.
Charles Dischinger, NPS Volunteer

The Bed where General Nathaniel Lyon is placed, after being fatally wounded on the Battlefield.
Charles Dischinger, NPS Volunteer

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History & Culture

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Explore the wildlife at Wilson's Creek.

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Last updated: May 11, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

5242 S. State Hwy ZZ
Republic, MO 65738

Phone:

417-732-2662
Front desk of the visitor center. Monitored from 9 am to 5 pm daily. After hours voicemails will be answered the next business day.

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