Attractions & History · South Jessamine District

Camp Nelson National Monument

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South Jessamine
6614 Danville Rd, Nicholasville
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(859) 881-5716
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Overview: Camp Nelson National Monument

A major Union supply depot and one of the largest recruitment and training centers for African American soldiers (United States Colored Troops) during the Civil War.

💡 Local Bluegrass Insider Tip

Stop by the visitor center museum and walk the 5 miles of trails past restored 1860s earthwork forts.

✓ National Park Service Site ✓ US Colored Troops Enlistment Center ✓ Historic Earthworks & Museum ✓ Walking Trails
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Location & Coordinates

6614 Danville Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356

Coordinates: 37.7845° N, -84.6012° W

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Business Profile & Contact

Telephone: (859) 881-5716

Official Web: nps.gov ↗

Category: Attractions & History

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