The National Atomic Testing Museum invites the public to its next “Atomic Stories” event exploring the historical impact of Camp Desert Rock on Saturday, June 27 at 12 p.m. The “Atomic Stories” series is designed to bring history to life through expert perspectives, archival materials and engaging discussions connecting past events to present-day conversations.
The event will include the showing of a declassified United States nuclear test film, which explores how the Army carried out a series of exercises called Operation Desert Rock. Following the screening, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a discussion with Marcus Brown, a museum docent and former Nevada Test Site Worker.
In 1951, the United States Army worked in conjunction with the Atomic Energy Commission to carry out an experiment to dispel much of the fear and uncertainty surrounding atomic radiation and the effects of gamma and x-rays. A tent encampment was set up approximately 27 miles from where the atomic explosions were detonated on what was formerly known as the Nevada Proving Grounds. The encampment housed about 5,000 Army soldiers, civilian observers and technicians.
The event is included with Museum admission. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit atomicmuseum.vegas.
ABOUT THE NATIONAL ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM
The National Atomic Testing Museum is operated and maintained by its parent company, the Nevada Test Site Historical Foundation (NTSHF), an IRS 501(c)3 charitable, non-profit organization chartered in Nevada. Covering nuclear history, beginning with the first test at the Nevada Test Site on January 27, 1951, the National Atomic Testing Museum’s exhibitions and programming also address current affairs related to the nuclear industry.
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