National Atomic Testing Museum |
89119 Las Vegas - Paradise, NV, United States of America (USA) (Nevada) |
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755 E. Flamingo Rd.
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| Floor area | unfortunately not known yet |
Museum typ
Exhibition
Science Museums in general
- Nuclear / Radiation
- Military technology
- Military Aerospace
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Opening times
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Monday-Saturday: 10am - 5pm; Sunday: 12pm - 5pm | ||||
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Status from 04/2013
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Museum Only: Adults ages 18-61: $14; Youth ages 7-17 & reduced: $11.00 Museum + Area 51 Exhibit: Adults ages 18-61: $20; Youth ages 7-17 & reduced: $17.00; Youth 6 and under: $6 |
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| Homepage | www.nationalatomictestingmuseum.org | ||||
nationalatomictestingmuseum.org 
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| Location / Directions |
It is located in Paradise, Nevada, a southern suburb of Las Vegas The National Atomic Testing Museum is on the campus of the Desert Research Institute. |
| Description | The museum operates as an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution:
The National Atomic Testing Museum is a scientific and educational institution that tells the story of America’s nuclear testing program at the Nevada Test Site. The museum's exhibits help the public gain a better understanding of the history, research, and effects of nuclear testing within the context of worldwide, political and scientific importance. The museum has hosted artifact loans from the Smithsonian National Museum of American History and National Postal Museum to tell the story of nuclear research and its relevance today. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: ExhibitsThe museum covers the period from the first test at NTS on January 27, 1951, to the present. Among its exhibits covering American nuclear history is a "Ground Zero Theater" which simulates the experience of observing an atmospheric nuclear test. Other exhibits include Geiger counters, radio badges and radiation testing devices, Native American artifacts from around the test area, pop culture memorabilia related to the atomic age, equipment used in testing the devices. Other displays focus on important figures at the facility, videos and interactive exhibits about radiation.Our CollectionsThe National Atomic Testing Museum is a repository for one of the most comprehensive collections of nuclear history. As part of its mission, the National Atomic Testing Museum seeks to collect and preserve a wide variety of materials and artifacts relating to atomic testing, the Nevada Test Site, the Cold War, and nuclear and radiological science and technology. The current collection includes thousands of rare photographs, videos, artifacts, scientific and nuclear reports and data and one-of-a kind scientist collections.The National Atomic Testing Museum’s collection is fast growing and soon will include even more Cold War artifacts including those of the men who worked at Area 51. Featured Permanent ExhibitsIn addition to changing temporary exhibits the National Atomic Testing Museum showcases its collection of more than 12,000 unique artifacts in educational and inspiring exhibits. There is something for everyone to experience in dynamic displays presenting the history of the development and testing of one of man’s most significant inventions, a nuclear bomb.GZ Theater Experience a simulated atmospheric bomb blast. Development of The Bomb Explore how man came to make the first atomic bomb. Atmospheric Testing Learn about the numerous tests at the Nevada Test Site and around the world. Underground Testing See the technology and science that took nuclear testing underground. Radiation Discover how natural and man-made radiation is tracked, monitored and measured. Atomic Culture Learn how to survive an atomic blast and go beyond Duck and Cover and into the Atomic Age. Area 51: Myth or Reality - Now Open!Learn about the most secret place in America. The first ever exhibit on Area 51 is being developed with the help of the very people that worked there. This exhibit will expore the real truth, the real programs and address the secrecy that surrounds the base at Groom Lake.But what about the aliens? The Mothership? The Secret Underground Tunnels? Our new exhibit will reveal all the myths, presenting existing evidence, and let you decide. Fun, educational, entertaining and interactive |
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