CAMP NELSON HERITAGE PARK
NICHOLASVILLE, KY
Located in Nicholasville, Kentucky, Camp Nelson Heritage Park is a 1,600 acre park and National Monument dedicated to the history and legacy of the Civil War. It was the site of a major supply depot and recruitment center for African-American soldiers during the Civil War. The park is home to a variety of monuments, trails, and historical sites, as well as a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities.
The park features a visitor center and museum which houses a variety of artifacts from the Civil War era, including firearms, uniforms, and documents. The museum also features interactive displays and information about the history of Camp Nelson. Additionally, visitors can take a guided tour of the park and learn about the various monuments, trails, and historical sites.
In addition to its rich Civil War history, the park offers visitors a variety of recreational opportunities. Visitors can explore the trails and woodlands, or fish and boat in the park's lake. The park also hosts a variety of educational events throughout the year, including hikes that focus on the wildlife and ecology of the area.
Camp Nelson Heritage Park is an important site for educating visitors about the history of the Civil War and the African-American soldiers who fought there. It is a place of remembrance and a reminder of the sacrifices of those who fought for freedom.
CAMP NELSON HERITAGE PARK is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in NICHOLASVILLE KY. US MID #8402100080
The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).
Contact CAMP NELSON HERITAGE PARK
- telephone: 8598815716
- website: http://www.campnelson.org
CAMP NELSON HERITAGE PARK
6614 DANVILLE RD
NICHOLASVILLE
KY
40356
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CAMP NELSON HERITAGE PARK Information
MID # | 8402100080 |
Name | CAMP NELSON HERITAGE PARK |
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Classification | Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers, , Southeastern |
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INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 37.799215, -84.602325 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 21 FIPS County Code: 113 US Census Tract: 060300 US Census Block: 1035 |