Its guided tours took visitors through the peaceful uses of atomic energy. The present facility, opened in 1975, continues to provide the general public with energy information. The name of the museum was changed to the American Museum of Science and Energy in 1978. You also can see how we celebrated our 50th anniversary in March, 1999. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday every day except Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Year's Day.
Admission is free.
If you are interested in using the Museum facility for a meeting, event or conference, please download our Request to Use Museum Facililties form. The Discovery Shop is open the following hours. Please contact us if you have questions about the types of items we carry in the store. The museum is accessible to the handicapable. Maps and information on Oak Ridge attractions are available at the Oak Ridge Welcome Center located next door to the museum.