Blount and Beyond Online Magazine - Magazine - Page 13
Day Trip - Plan a Visit to Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is home to four great museums so plan your day trip and visit at least one of these museums, the American
Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE), the K-25 History Center, the Children9s Museum and the Oak Ridge History
Museum. Each museum offers different experiences for you and your family. Enjoy the beautiful green spaces in the area.
Oak Ridge, Tennessee is a one-of-a-kind destination.
AMSE offers curriculum-based classroom programs for school groups and STEM education programs. AMSE has
permanent and rotating exhibits. AMSE has live demonstrations, evening events, and much more.
The K-25 History Center facility has interactive exhibits and artifacts sharing the story of the men and women who
worked at the site and their efforts9 helped end a global war. Explore the inner workings of the K-25 plant, meet the people
who worked there.
Children9s Museum of Oak Ridge provides children the opportunity to learn while playing. It features innovative
exhibitions, programs and workshops for all ages.
The Oak Ridge History Museum highlights the