Civil War | Park Day Volunteer Opportunity
Park Day @ Mine Creek Civil War Battlefield
Upcoming Event
Saturday, April 26, 2025 @ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
16211 Yancy Rd.
Pleasanton, KS 66075
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Meeting place
Grounds: Open year-round exterior self-guided walk-through site, dawn to dusk.
Volunteers will meet inside the Museum facility at 9 am.
Volunteers will meet inside the Museum facility at 9 am.
Planned Activities
Pulling weeds, painting benches, building new bridge, updating Confederate monument landscape, cleaning interpretive boards inside and outside.
History or Educational Activities
On October 25, 1864, on the banks of Mine Creek, two Union brigades of approximately 2,500 troops defeated approximately 7,000 Confederates from General Sterling Price's Army of Missouri. Federal Colonels Frederick W. Benteen and John H. Philips led the attack in one of the largest cavalry battles of the Civil War and a major battle fought in Kansas. Their dramatic story comes alive at Mine Creek Civil War Battlefield.
Should I bring any tools or supplies?
All supplies and tools will be provided. Bring your own gloves if possible.
Is there a rain date?
In the instance of inclement weather, Park Day will continue as planned.
Please note
Wear work clothing suitable for outdoor activities such as cleaning, painting, picking up debris, etc.
Accessibility considerations
Does the site have accessible parking?
Yes
Does the site have accessible bathrooms?
Yes
Are there activities planned for those with disabilities?
No
Can the site accommodate a wheelchair, scooter, or walker?
Yes
Does your site offer accessible facilities?
Yes
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