Battle of Island Mound coming in late October

Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site’s dedication is being held in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Island Mound, which was the first time black soldiers engaged win combat during the Civil War. In conjunction with the dedication, activities will be held Saturday October 27th at the Bates County Museum in Butler.

The schedule of Events include a reception at 6 p.m. at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural heritage Center at 3700 Blue Parkway in Kansas city to include the Battle of island Mound Presentations at 7 p.m. Friday October 26th.

On Saturday October 27th, the Living History and Military Demonstrations will be held at the Battle of Island Mound state Historic Site from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the Dedication Ceremony at 11 a.m. The Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site is located eight miles southwest of Butler off of Highway “K” in Bates County. 

The event is sponsored by the Missouri state Parks and the Bates County Museum.

-FM 92 the Bullet