Experts' Choice Award The Atomic Museum
12 expert reviews
“A serious look at the history of the Nevada test site, along with an exhaustive collection of memorabilia from the era when atomic testing was an aboveground spectator sport in Las Vegas.”
– Travel + Leisure
Fodor's "This museum commemorates southern Nevada's long and fascinating history of nuclear weapons research and testing with film footage and photographs of mushroom clouds." Full review
Concierge "The Atomic Testing Museum, a few minutes east of the Strip, aims to educate about the once-secret history of atomic activity in the region."
Condé Nast Traveler "The Atomic Testing Museum, a few minutes east of the Strip, aims to educate about the once-secret history of atomic activity in the region." Full review
National Geographic "“Ground Zero has never been safer or more stimulating”...enter by the replica Nevada Test Site guard station; view mushroom-cloud footage in an underground bunker theater." Full review
Where "Photography and exhibits of post-Cold War era weaponry." Full review
Atlas Obscura "Stepping away from the glitz of mobsters and casinos to learn about the other history of Vegas. " Full review
The Telegraph "In the Fabulous Fifties, Las Vegas casino tourists watched as atomic bombs exploded on the desert horizon." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This well-curated museum, designed with assistance from the Smithsonian Institution, recounts the history of atomic testing in the US." Full review
Time Out "The most interesting and enlightening museum in the city." Full review
Frommer's "This well-executed museum, library, and gallery space (a Smithsonian affiliate) offers visitors a fascinating glance at the test site from ancient days through modern times." Full review
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