ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM

LAS VEGAS, NV

The Atomic Testing Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada is a unique educational establishment that serves to commemorate the history of nuclear testing in the Nevada desert during the mid-20th century. Founded in 2005, the Museum offers an immersive experience into the history of the nation’s nuclear weapons program, with a focus on the events that occurred in the Nevada Test Site, the area chosen for the nation’s nuclear testing activities.

The museum houses several interactive exhibits, which allow visitors to explore the history of the Nevada Test Site and the development of the nation’s nuclear weapons program. The museum also includes a prominent collection of artifacts from the Nevada Test Site, including pieces of equipment used during the testing process.

In addition to its educational mission, the museum also serves as a center for research and public outreach. The museum hosts a number of public events, such as lectures, book signings, and special events. It also provides educational materials to K-12 classrooms and other educational institutions. The Atomic Testing Museum is also home to the Nevada Test Site Oral History Project, which aims to document the history of the test site through interviews with former employees and residents of the area.

The museum is open to the public and admission is free. Visitors are encouraged to explore the museum’s exhibits and participate in its educational events. The Atomic Testing Museum is a unique institution that serves to commemorate the history of nuclear testing in the Nevada desert, providing an immersive experience for all who visit.

ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LAS VEGAS NV. US MID #8403200042

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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• telephone: 7027945161
• website: http://www.atomictestingmuseum.org

ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM
755 E FLAMINGO RD
LAS VEGAS
NV
89119

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