Concept Car Designed by Ford Motor Company as a Futuristic, Nuclear-Powered Vehicle On Friday, Nov. 10, the Atomic Museum will launch a new display featuring the 1958 Ford Nucleon scale model in celebration of Formula 1 coming to Las Vegas. On loan from The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan, the 3/8-scale model of the concept car showcases how the future of nuclear … [Read more...] about Atomic Museum to Display 1958 Ford Nucleon Scale Model in Celebration of Formula 1
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Atomic Museum to Host Annual “Journey Through Japan” Event, Saturday, Aug. 19
The Atomic Museum will once again partner with the Honorary Consul of Japan for Nevada and several local Japanese community organizations to host “Journey through Japan.” Guests of all ages are invited to immerse themselves in Japanese culture and enjoy hands-on activities, including kite making, language lessons, traditional tea ceremonies and a sake tasting for … [Read more...] about Atomic Museum to Host Annual “Journey Through Japan” Event, Saturday, Aug. 19
J. Robert Oppenheimer’s Grandchildren Discuss Blockbuster “Oppenheimer” Film at the Atomic Museum
On Thursday, July 27, grandchildren of distinguished American physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer weighed in on Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster “OPPENHEIMER” film at an ATOMIX event hosted by the Atomic Museum at The Beverly Theater in Downtown Las Vegas. During the exclusive event, granddaughter Dorothy Oppenheimer Vanderford and grandson Charles Oppenheimer discussed the … [Read more...] about J. Robert Oppenheimer’s Grandchildren Discuss Blockbuster “Oppenheimer” Film at the Atomic Museum
Atomic Museum Announces June Programs, Promotions
The Atomic Museum announces its roster of June public programs and promotions. All museum events require registration. For more information on the museum’s programs and to register, visit atomicmuseum.vegas/events. Space Craze Distinguished LectureDate: Thursday, June 8Time: Reception from 5 to 6 p.m.; lecture from 6 to 8 p.m.Location: Atomic Museum and … [Read more...] about Atomic Museum Announces June Programs, Promotions
Atomic Museum to Host “Counterintelligence for the Manhattan Project and Beyond,” Friday, April 28
The distinguished lecture presented by Dr. Vince Houghton, director of the National Security Agency’s (NSA) National Cryptologic Museum, will take place on Friday, April 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. Dr. Houghton’s lecture will spotlight the intelligence and counterintelligence mission surrounding the United States’ nuclear weapons program. From its early beginnings during the … [Read more...] about Atomic Museum to Host “Counterintelligence for the Manhattan Project and Beyond,” Friday, April 28
Atomic Museum Debuts New Exhibit, “The Bomb without the Boom”
New Exhibit Answers the Question, “What Happened to our Nukes?” Now open inside the Atomic Museum is “The Bomb Without The Boom,” the brand-new exhibit which answers the question, “What happened to our nukes?” The exhibit highlights the Stockpile Stewardship Program and how, with the use of innovative and exciting science-based experiments, the United States today can … [Read more...] about Atomic Museum Debuts New Exhibit, “The Bomb without the Boom”
Atomic Museum Invites Community to Halloween Trunk Or Treat, Friday, Oct. 28
The Atomic Museum invites the local community to its first-ever Halloween Trunk or Treat event on Friday, Oct. 28. At this FREE event, the Atomic Museum will host cars outfitted with Halloween décor as they pass out candy to guests dressed in costume. Additionally, the event will include science-themed activities for kids, a DJ, face painting, sweet and salty treats and … [Read more...] about Atomic Museum Invites Community to Halloween Trunk Or Treat, Friday, Oct. 28
Atomic Museum Offers Complimentary Admission in Recognition of Smithsonian Museum Day Sept. 17
As an affiliate partner of the Smithsonian Institution, the Atomic Museum invites guests to celebrate Smithsonian Museum Day with complimentary museum admission. Smithsonian Museum Day brings together museums, zoos and cultural centers from all 50 states to offer free access. The occasion represents a national Smithsonian affiliate commitment to access, … [Read more...] about Atomic Museum Offers Complimentary Admission in Recognition of Smithsonian Museum Day Sept. 17