The John K. and Ruth Hulston Civil War Research Library at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield is announcing new library hours.
Beginning May 2024, the John K. and Ruth Hulston Library will be going to appointment only. The library is closed all Federal holidays.
To schedule an appointment or for more information on available library services, please contact the park by email or by phone at 417-732-2662, extension 225. Please allow a week for weekday appointments and additional time for weekend appointments.
The Research Library is housed in the Visitor Center and is non-circulating collection. The Research Library focuses on the Civil War with an emphasis on the Trans-Mississippi theater of war, Missouri, and the Battle of Wilson’s Creek. The collection includes approximately 15,000 books and other items, such as regimental histories for many Civil War units, as well as a list of casualties for the Battle of Wilson’s Creek. Staff members can perform limited research for patrons by regular mail, e-mail, telephone or in person. The research library includes around 15,000 cataloged books and other items. Learn more about the library collection and find resources for genealogy and other research on the Hulston Civil War Research Library page.
