Camp Nelson National Monument

Night Sky Program

<div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs">The National Park Service (NPS) invites you to gaze at the stars with park staff at the first Night Sky Program at Camp Nelson National Monument! We’re partnering with the Bluegrass Amateur Astronomy Club to host a star gazing program that’s going to be out of this world! <span class="html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img class="xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t53/1/16/1f468_200d_1f680.png" alt="👨‍🚀" width="16" height="16" /></span></div> <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs"> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">NPS staff will discuss Night Skies and National Parks, and President Richard Schrantz of the club will be on site with a telescope as we explore the sky! <span class="html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img class="xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tff/1/16/1f52d.png" alt="🔭" width="16" height="16" /></span></div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s"> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">Visitors interested in this astronomical program should bring:</div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s"> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s"><span class="html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img class="xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb4/1/16/2b50.png" alt="⭐" width="16" height="16" /></span>Camping chair(s)<br class="html-br" /><span class="html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img class="xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb4/1/16/2b50.png" alt="⭐" width="16" height="16" /></span>A blanket<br class="html-br" /><span class="html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img class="xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb4/1/16/2b50.png" alt="⭐" width="16" height="16" /></span>Warm clothes like gloves, hats, and thick socks with closed-toed shoes<br class="html-br" /><span class="html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img class="xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb4/1/16/2b50.png" alt="⭐" width="16" height="16" /></span>A headlight or flashlight with red light capabilities<br class="html-br" /><span class="html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od"><img class="xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb4/1/16/2b50.png" alt="⭐" width="16" height="16" /></span>A sense of adventure!</div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s"> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">We recommend that you arrive at 7:45 to safely make your way from the parking lot to the viewing area. Once at the telescope, it’s “LIGHTS OUT,” to help everyone’s eyes adjust to the dark and to have the best viewing experience! Visitors with pets and young children are encouraged to be mindful or normal bedtime routines when planning to attend!</div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s"> </div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s">*Weather Date*: Friday, September 11, 2026</div>

Camp Nelson National Monument

Family Archeology Day

<p>The National Park Service (NPS) celebrates Kentucky Archeology Month at Camp Nelson National Monument! Every year the Archaeological Institute of America and collaborating organizations across the United States, Canada, and abroad present special programs and activities for people of all ages! <br /> The Camp Nelson Civil War District was listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. The district is nationally significant under the Criteria A and D for Military, Archeology, and Ethnic Heritage!<br /> <br /> The event features fun activities and prizes for children of all ages, including an archeology “dig in a box,” analyzing artifacts, a museum scavenger hunt, and a special Junior Archeologist activity booklet!</p> <p>The program is free and open to the public.</p>

Lokalizacja: Camp Nelson National Monument 6614 Danville Loop 2 Road Nicholasville, KY 40356

Camp Nelson National Monument

National Public Lands Day

<p>National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is traditionally the nation's largest single-day volunteer effort. It celebrates the connection between people and green space in their community, inspires environmental stewardship, and encourages use of open space for education, recreation, and health benefits.</p> <p>Join the National Park Service (NPS) for NPLD at Camp Nelson National Monument on Saturday, September 26, 2026! Volunteers will assist park staff with the removal of downed vegetation at Fort Jones—a fully enclosed earthwork that anchored the Defenses at Camp Nelson at Hickman Creek during the Civil War.</p> <p>All participants should meet NPS staff at the Visitor Center. From there, visitors will follow a vehicle caravan from the Visitor Center to the parking lot along Sugar Creek Road. We will then hike ¼ mile from the parking lot to Fort Jones then back once the work is complete.</p> <p>Participants should wear long sleeves and pants and bring a water bottle and sunscreen. Working gloves and tools will be provided.</p> <p> </p>

Lokalizacja: Camp Nelson National Monument 6614 Danville Loop 2 Road Nicholasville, KY 40356

Camp Nelson National Monument

6th Annual Luminaria and Memorial Walk

<p>The National Park Service (NPS) invites you to participate in the 6th Annual Luminaria and Memorial Walk which pays tribute to all freedom seekers who sought refuge at Camp Nelson during the Civil War. The special event starts at 6:00 pm on Saturday, November 7, 2026.</p> <p>On November 23, 1864, over 400 African American refugees, including the wives and children of US Colored Troops [USCT] were expelled from Camp Nelson during the Civil War. It was at least the eighth and largest expulsion of Black refugees from the base and resulted in the deaths of at least 102 souls. The November Expulsion led to the establishment of the Home for Colored Refugees at Camp Nelson and the Congressional act which emancipated the wives and children of USCT soldiers.<br />The special event features interpretive talks by NPS staff and invited guests and a guided walk to Graveyard No. 1, where over 400 luminaries will be light to honor the people expelled and other freedom seekers who sought refuge at Camp Nelson.</p> <p>The program begins outside the Barracks building, located adjacent to the Visitor Center and Museum, and is free and open to the public.</p> <p>#NationalParkService #NationalPark #Kentucky</p>

Lokalizacja: Camp Nelson National Monument 6614 Danville Loop 2 Road Nicholasville, KY 40356