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American Museum of Science and Energy
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American Museum of Science and Energy 3.6 mi. e. of SR 95 at 115 E. Main St. This museum houses exhibits that focus on Oak Ridge scientific innovations and the history of the World War II Manhattan Project; it serves as an introduction to basic science and nuclear energy.
The self-guiding tour allows visitors to explore aspects of energy and science through live demonstrations, interactive exhibits, models and audiovisual materials. A 20-minute video presentation covers the history of Oak Ridge.
A guided 3-hour bus tour of the U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge Facilities is offered and departs from the museum; stops include the Y-12 New Hope Visitor Center, New Bethel Baptist Church and Cemetery, the Graphite Reactor at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and East Tennessee Technology Park overlook. Passengers must be U.S. citizens and participants under 10 are not permitted.
Guided tours are available.
The self-guiding tour allows visitors to explore aspects of energy and science through live demonstrations, interactive exhibits, models and audiovisual materials. A 20-minute video presentation covers the history of Oak Ridge.
A guided 3-hour bus tour of the U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge Facilities is offered and departs from the museum; stops include the Y-12 New Hope Visitor Center, New Bethel Baptist Church and Cemetery, the Graphite Reactor at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and East Tennessee Technology Park overlook. Passengers must be U.S. citizens and participants under 10 are not permitted.
Guided tours are available.
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