The Friends of the Black Jack Battlefield is a non-profit organization working to preserve for posterity the site of the Battle of Black Jack, June 2, 1856; the first battle of the Civil War. The Battlefield is approximately three miles east of Baldwin City, Kansas along and south of Highway 56.

Web site — http://www.battleofblackjack1856.org

Organization information

Leader:		Kerry Altenbernd, President
E-Mail:		info@battleofblackjack1856.org
Dues or fees:		$5.00 per year.
Meetings:		Meetings are scheduled as needed.

For membership

Contact:		Membership Chairperson
Address:		Friends of the Black Jack Battlefield P.O. Box 442387 Lawrence, KS 66044-8937
E-Mail:		info@battleofblackjack1856.org