Named in the honor of Thomas Nelson, Junior, the Nelson County was founded in 1785. Bardstown is the county seat of Nelson. A population of more than 43.4K with marvelous mix of races including White, Native American, black or African American, Asian, Hispanic or Latino, Pacific Islander, and others is found here with more than 18K households. Located in the United States State of Kentucky, it occupies a total area of 424.08 sq mi.

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