While the K-25 center tells the scientific story of the creation of the first atomic weapons, the Oak Ridge History Museum takes a look behind the scenes to focus on the day-to-day lives of the men and women who lived in Oak Ridge during World War II. Visiting both museums will greatly enhance you visit to Oak Ridge.

The museum’s collection is primarily made up of donated and purchased items from the American Museum of Science and Energy and tells the story of how Oak Ridge changed from a small farming community to become the center of the famous Manhattan Project during the early 1940’s.

Address: Oak Ridge History Museum, 102 Robertsville Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, Phone: 865-806-0390

American Museum of Science and Energy Children's Museum of Oak Ridge Manhattan Project National Historical Park University of Tennessee Arboretum Oak Ridge Art Center Dean's Restaurant and Bakery Oak Ridge History Museum K-25 History Center

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