The Atomic Testing Museum presents the history of the Nevada Test Site, where nuclear weapons research and testing took place for about 50 years. The museum covers everything from the big picture of the world political climate during this period, to how Nevada itself received and was impacted by the site and its activities. The museum collection consists of printed... more

Even our two kids, ages 10 and 12, found this little museum a worthwhile stop. It is only a five minute drive East of the Strip on Flamingo Road, near the University. A volunteer, a former Los Alamos scientist, was on hand to lend the personal touch, that can make a museum visit more memorable. This was a part of... more

Located about a mile off the strip ( an easy walk down flamingo off LVB), the atomic testing museum is a great way to spend an afternoon - away from the glitz & casinos. It is an excellent historical review of the history of the atomic testing program and it's contributions to Vegas & the United States. The photos, interactive... more

Much better than expected and very well done. Good way to kill a couple hours off strip and learn something about Vegas, science and history in the process. Well worth the admission price. more

This was an awesome and educational experience other than the normal shopping/gambling/drinking/dining in Las Vegas. Highlight of our trip! It's a self-guided museum that goes through a time-line of the atomic age of the US, and Nevada's role in the testing of these dangerous devices. There are two different "theaters" that have 10+ minute movies to watch and many touch-screen... more

I visited the atomic testing museum in May, 2006. I spent two hours there; I probably could have spent another hour. It's a great museum; it can be very technical if you're an engineer, or can be interesting just for the sorts of artifacts they have from the '50's. The "in the bunker" testing simulation might seem hokey, but it... more

This is a fabulous stop for anyone looking to get off "The Strip" and get a little culture while in Vegas. It is a fantastic and highly informative museum. My wife is not much for history museums like I am, but she lingered longer than I did while we were there. One of the most interesting items I learned is... more

The Atomic Testing Museum is a welcome relief from the craziness of the casinos. It's at 855 Flamingo Road about 2 long blocks of from the main corner with Bally's, the Flamingo and Caesars. You could definitely walk there from the strip, but we took a cab from our hotel. The museum is only a year or two old, and... more