Oak Ridge: Things to Do

As part of the Manhattan Project during World War II, facilities in Oak Ridge produced enriched uranium for the Little Boy atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima, Japan on August 6, 1945. Start learning about the Manhattan Project by visiting our park visitor center in Oak Ridge. Then continue learning about the Manhattan Project as you explore museums, attend ranger programs, and visit the community gathering hubs of the Manhattan-Project era.
 
An orange and yellow sign on a stone says, "Children's Museum of Oak Ridge."
Oak Ridge Visitor Center

Oak Ridge, TN produced the enriched uranium for the Little Boy atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima, Japan on August 6, 1945.

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Join a Ranger Program

Join a Ranger Program for an enjoyable time with the whole family.

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Tour Behind the Fence in Oak Ridge

Register for a guided bus tour behind the fence in Oak Ridge, TN with the US Department of Energy.

 
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Explore Local Museums

Visit local museums to learn more about the people, places, and stories of the Manhattan Project.

A ranger and four children on an outdoor trail. 
Have Fun with the Family

Find activities for the whole family to enjoy while learning about the Manhattan Project.

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Enjoy the Outdoors

Enjoy outdoor activities while learning about the Manhattan Project.

Last updated: August 14, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

National Park Service, Manhattan Project National Historical Park
c/o NPS Intermountain Regional Office
One Denver Federal Center, Building 50

Denver, CO 80225-0287

Phone:

Hanford: 509.376.1647
Los Alamos: 505.661.6277
Oak Ridge: 865.482.1942

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