Black Jack Battlefield
Some say that the battle fought at this Kansas site in 1856 was the first unofficial battle of the American Civil War.

šŸ“œ National Historic Landmark, site of the 1856 Battle of Black Jack.
šŸ” Widely characterized as the first real battle of the Civil War, also a nature park.

Why Go

āš”ļø Explore a pivotal Civil War battleground
šŸš¶ Hike nearly two miles of trails
šŸ¦… Observe diverse wildlife in wetlands, woodlands, and prairie
šŸ“š Learn history through information pamphlets

Tips

ā„¹ļø Information pamphlets with guided tour available in a kiosk.
šŸŒ³ Park includes historic Robert Hall Pearson Farmhouse.
šŸ’° Fundraising for a visitor center and parking lot is ongoing.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily, dawn till dusk.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Roadside parking available, dedicated parking lot planned.

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