Battle of Athens State Historic Site
| Battle of Athens State Historic Site | |
|---|---|
| Location | Sweet Home Twp, Clark County, Missouri, United States |
| Coordinates | 40°35′16″N 91°42′14″W / 40.58778°N 91.70389°W |
| Area | 408.5 acres (165.3 ha) |
| Established | 1975 |
| Visitors | 58,262 (in 2023) |
| Administrator | Missouri Department of Natural Resources |
| Website | Official website |
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Battle of Athens State Historic Site is an historic battlefield and state park located in Clark County, Missouri, along the banks of the Des Moines River. It is the site of the Battle of Athens, fought in 1861 during the American Civil War. The site serves as an open-air museum interpreting the battle and its aftermath. It is one of the northernmost places in the state.