Camp Nelson National Monument in Jessamine County, Kentucky, preserves the site of a Union Army supply depot and a major recruitment center for United States Colored Troops during the Civil War. The monument honors the courage and resilience of those seeking freedom from slavery. The Visitor Center, reconstructed barracks, and Oliver Perry House are accessible, with paved sidewalks and handicap parking. Trails are mostly easy for all abilities, though some areas may be challenging for wheelchair users.
