Places like this should always be preserved because it’s live history. We enjoyed the 161st ceremony, the museum artifacts, and most of all the drive around the battlefield markers in which we got out of the car to explore and soak in the moments. The gentleman tour guide at the white home was super knowledgeable and friendly. He was a joy and a keeper! The fee, although it was free for us today because of the anniversary, would have been something we would have paid for nonetheless. It is worth the stop here.See more..
The Confederates under Gen. Sterling Price may have taken the fort, but Union efforts at Fort Davidson in the Battle of Pilot Knob were crucial to blunting the last Confederate offensive into Missouri. Fort Davidson State Historic Site preserves and interprets the running battle through the Arcadia Valley. The site’s open, grassy fields include the fort’s old earthworks, two Confederate burial trenches, and a visitor center with a narrated story of the battle and its context within the Civil War.See more..
People called Oliver Anderson’s house “the best arranged dwelling house west of St. Louis.” But it became more famous as the center of a bloody three-day Civil War battle in 1861. Walk through the Anderson House at Battle of Lexington State Historic Site and marvel at the bullet holes still in the walls and evidence of the cannon shots. The battlefield is peaceful now, dotted with orchards and gardens, but battle scars remain. A visitor center provides a comprehensive view of the battle that raised Southern spirits that the war was winnable and made Unionists in Missouri think twice about whether they could hold the state. The site is located in the town of Lexington and is one of the closest Civil War sites to Interstate 70.See more..
I happen to be one of those interested in visiting Civil War Battlegrounds. While many sites have fancy interactive displays and such, Lone Jack has done well to preserve the grounds, cemetery, and museum. I understand the funds were cut off by the state a while ago and the furnishings put into storage and lost. The townspeople have revived this site and even have a knowledgeable on site docent to answer any questions. The history of the battle is succinctly described in a few panels on the walls. There are a few dioramas depicting the battle as well as that of Westport. My attention was drawn to Order #11 that banished all residents from 4 counties during this war. The website has links to great references to this battle. Read up on it either before or after visiting the Museum and Cemetery. They have a circular driveway to park a motorhome with towed vehicle.See more..
4.5Court House(10 reviews) - Love history Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Battlefields • Cemeteries • Monuments & Statues • Scenic Walking Areas
Nothing like seeing real history from the civil war, what an amazing town, and the center piece is the cannon ball in the courthouse. If you love history check out Lexington, moSee more..
The site is a small interesting site that has been very well done by the local historians. The battlefield is well marked. The mansion is in a state of renovation, but has some very interesting things and the history of the battle is well done. Nearby is the Civil War cemetery. It's worth a stop if you like the Civil War.See more..
5.0Ritchey Mansion(5 reviews) - Visit the Wonderful Historic Home Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Battlefields
This is a wonderful testament to those who fought in the Civil War and those who made every effort to preserve their homes.See more..
