Steptoe Battlefield State Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Steptoe Battlefield State Park Heritage Site |
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The monument at the park
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 Steptoe Battlefield State Park Heritage Site
Location in Washington (state)
Steptoe Battlefield State Park Heritage Site
Location in the United States
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| Location | Rosalia, Whitman, Washington, United States |
| Area | 3 acres (1.2 ha) |
| Elevation | 2,365 ft (721 m) |
| Established | 1950 |
| Operator | Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission |
| Website | Steptoe Battlefield State Park Heritage Site |
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Steptoe Battlefield Site
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| Location | Rosalia, Whitman County, Washington. |
| NRHP reference No. | 76001924 |
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| Battle | 1858 |
| Added to NRHP | May 6, 1976 |
Steptoe Battlefield State Park is a special place in Washington. It is a small park, about 3 acres big. You can find it near the town of Rosalia in Whitman County. This park remembers an important event from 1858.
That event was a battle called the Battle of Pine Creek. It happened between American soldiers and Native American tribes. The soldiers were led by Lt. Col. Edward Steptoe. The Native American groups included the Spokane, Palouse, and Coeur d'Alene people. At the park, signs help you understand what happened during this battle.
About the Park's History
This park has an interesting past. In 1914, a group called the Daughters of the American Revolution built a stone monument. This monument marked the spot where Steptoe's soldiers made their last stand.
Later, in 1950, the area around the monument became a state park. This means it became a protected place managed by the state. In 1976, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes important historical sites across the United States. In 2014, the park received a new title: "state park heritage site." This shows its special historical importance.
