American Museum of Science and Energy - Oak Ridge, Tennessee

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The American Museum of Science and Energy Holds Plenty of Fun. In 1949, the American Museum of Atomic Energy opened in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. In 1978, the museum’s name changed to the American Museum of Science and Energy. The museum is a great place to visit, especially for the children. They will have a great time exploring the museum and trying out the different exhibits.

On the first floor, visitors will find a number of items from the Cold War era, many of which showcase the importance of civil defense. Kids will also be able to race quarters in the vortex simulator, learn about careers in science and technology, and see how real robots work. Also remember to check out the room that has information on the Trinity Test Site and Hiroshima.

You can also see a variety of rotating exhibits on the first floor. Every time you come back, you will get to see something a bit different.

Visitors will find plenty to see while on the first floor, but when you are done there, you can head up to the second floor where they can find even more great exhibits.

Guests can check out the Weather Station, the Jefferson Lab Experiment, and the Atomic Theater, where they can learn all about atomic energy.

Kids will also love the different science puzzles they will find on the second floor. They can learn about the power of air, motors, and how sound travels.

In the American Experience, you can see tools and devices that used wind energy, muscle power, and waterpower to get things done before there was electricity. Life in the Secret City shows pictures, documents, furniture and more from labs from the Manhattan Project.

The second floor of the museum has tons of great things for guests to see. You will want to spend plenty of time to see everything there is.

Before you leave the grounds, make sure you check out the Victory Gardens left of the interest. The garden, surrounded by a white picket fence, is very similar to the ones used by families in the World War II era. Gardens like these fed a large part of America at that time.

You can also pick up a souvenir at the Discovery Shop. They have books, games, and more.

300 S. Tulane Ave.
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
865-576-3200