National Science Week Event 2025
List of events
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Monday, Oct. 20 | 8:30am – 12:30pm EDT
D.O.E. Public Facility Bus Tour
Departs from AMSE - Hosted by the Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation and ORNL
The Department of Energy (DOE) Public Bus Tour is a one-of-a-kind tour that visits the primary sites of the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge, TN. Each tour includes two guides to help share the unique scientific history of the Secret City including The American Museum of Science and Energy, the Y-12 New Hope Center, Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Center for Computational Sciences and the K-25 History Center.
To participate in the tour, guests must provide a valid photo identification (driver’s license, passport, federal or state ID with photo). This tour is available only to United States citizens.
5pM – 8:30PM
By Invitation Welcome Reception
At AMSE, hosted by the AMSE Foundation.
All day
Nuclear science week city pass
Nuclear Science Week City Pass is available for purchase at the American Museum of Science and Energy.
Tuesday, Oct. 21 | 8:30am – 12:30pm EDT
New Nuclear “Dirt Tour” Sponsored by ETEC
Departs from AMSE
Take a deep dive into Oak Ridge’s cutting-edge nuclear and tech ecosystem with a guided motor coach tour highlighting non-federal nuclear sites, advanced manufacturing hubs, and training centers. *Great for students, educators, workforce professionals, and anyone seeking a closer look at the private-sector side of Oak Ridge’s nuclear legacy. Lunch and transportation provided with registration.
To participate in the tour, guests must provide a valid photo identification (driver’s license, passport, federal or state ID with photo). This tour is available only to United States citizens.
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Holly Cross: ORS innovation Lab tour
Oak Ridge High School
Catch a glimpse into Oak Ridge Schools cutting edge classroom programs to see how today's students are surpassing tomorrow's expectations.
4:00pm – 7:30pm
2025 Nuclear Science Week Career Fair
Roane State Community College
Hosted by the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce. Open to the Public at Roane State Community College Oak Ridge, Campus - Main Atrium + Classroom Wings. Discover career and education pathways in the nuclear industry, meet and speak with industry professionals.
All day
Nuclear science week city pass
Nuclear Science Week City Pass is available for purchase at the American Museum of Science and Energy.
Wednesday, Oct. 22 | 9am – 11PM
Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation Atomic Education Summit
Oak Ridge Conference Center
Hosted at the Oak Ridge Conference Center by Oak Ridge Associated Universities, the Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation and Oak Ridge Schools.
Oak Ridge schools will provide access for 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade students to attend the Atomic Education Summit. This event is a hands-onSTEM styled event intended to engage students with a variety of technical and professional opportunities.
12:30pm – 4:30PM
High School and Educator Professional Development
Oak Ridge Conference Center
Hosted at the Oak Ridge Conference Center and the Pollard Auditorium on the ORAU campus students and teachers are encouraged to engage in challenges to win prizes.
4:00pm – 7:30PM
Atomic Education Sumit – Open to the public
Oak Ridge Conference Center
Hosted at the Oak Ridge Conference Center by Oak Ridge Associated Universities, the Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation and Oak Ridge Schools.
Discover career and education pathways in the nuclear industry, meet and speak with industry professionals.
4:00pm – 7:30PM
Student Live Demonstrations and Showcases
Hosted by ORAU and Oak Ridge Schools at the Pollard Auditorium on the ORAU campus Portrait of a Graduate presentations & extended display for outside school districts.
All day
Nuclear science week city pass
Nuclear Science Week City Pass is available for purchase at the American Museum of Science and Energy.
Thursday, OCT. 23 | 8:30am – 12:30pm
D.O.E. Public Facility Bus Tour
Departs from AMSE - Hosted by the Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation and ORNL
The Department of Energy (DOE) Public Bus Tour is a one-of-a-kind tour that visits the primary sites of the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge, TN.
Each tour includes two guides to help share the unique scientific history of the Secret City including The American Museum of Science and Energy, the Y-12 New Hope Center, Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Center for Computational Sciences and the K-25 History Center.
To participate in the tour, guests must provide a valid photo identification (driver’s license, passport, federal or state ID with photo). This tour is available only to United States citizens.
2:30pM – 4:30PM
Jackson Square Historic
Meet-Up
Join Historians D. Ray Smith, Mike Stallo, Representatives from the Scarboro 85, the National Park Service and more for a historic walk back through time from the birth place of the “Atomic Age” through today.
5:00pM – 7:30PM
Historic Tennis Court Dance
Hosted by the the National Park Service’s Manhattan Project National Historical Park at the Oak Ridge Tennis Courts. Join NPS and a host of other friends and neighbors for a one-of-a-kind Manhattan Project Era throwback party!
All day
Nuclear science week city pass
Nuclear Science Week City Pass is available for purchase at the American Museum of Science and Energy.
Friday, OCT. 24 | 7:30Am – 8:30AM
East Tennessee Economic Council
Speaker
Jennifer Hayden, President & Chief Executive Officer, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
8:30am – 12:30PM
D.O.E. Public Facility Bus Tour
Hosted by the AMSE Foundation, ORNL, CNS/Y-12 and the Department of Energy.
Tour departs from AMSE. The Department of Energy (DOE) Public Bus Tour is a one-of-a-kind tour that visits the primary sites of the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge, TN.
Each tour includes two guides to help share the unique scientific history of the Secret City including The American Museum of Science and Energy, the Y-12 New Hope Center, Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Center for Computational Sciences and the K-25 History Center.
To participate in the tour, guests must provide a valid photo identification (driver’s license, passport, federal or state ID with photo). This tour is available only to United States citizens.
5:00pm – 8:30 PM
Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation’s Atomic Expo
Tomorrow's Atomic Future Hosted by the East Tennessee Economic Council at the American Museum of Science and Energy.
This cutting-edge expo brings tomorrow’s atomic innovations into public view today!
All day
Nuclear science week city pass
Nuclear Science Week City Pass is available for purchase at the American Museum of Science and Energy.
