National Museum of Nuclear Science & History | Albuquerque, New Mexico

📍 Address: 601 Eubank Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123 ⭐ Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you’re traveling through New Mexico, this is a MUST-VISIT! The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is not only one of Albuquerque’s top attractions, but it’s also one of the most informative and engaging museums dedicated to nuclear history and technology in the U.S. 🧪🚀 As a general rule, any museum with “National” in its name tends to be well-funded, thoughtfully curated, and deeply representative of the region’s heritage — and this one is no exception! The exhibits cover everything from the early days of atomic theory and the Manhattan Project 🌎💣, to the Cold War era and modern uses of nuclear energy in medicine and space exploration. It helps a lot if you come with some background in history or military tech — and thankfully, my dad is a total history buff and military enthusiast! 🧠✳️ Having him there to explain things made the experience even more meaningful. But even without an expert by your side, the displays are well-labeled, interactive, and visually compelling. The kids were absolutely fascinated too — especially by the outdoor exhibit of missiles, aircraft, and a nuclear sub sail! ✈️🚀 Highlights include: Replicas of “Little Boy” and “Fat Man” atomic bombs Exhibits on nuclear pioneers like Oppenheimer and Fermi A look into nuclear medicine and radiation therapy A large collection of nuclear-related artifacts and aircraft Whether you're a history lover, science geek, military fan, or just curious about the atomic age, this museum offers something for everyone. Highly recommend planning 2-3 hours here! ⏳🧭 #MustVisitMuseum #NewMexico #NuclearHistory #Albuquerque #MilitaryHistory #ScienceMuseum #FamilyTravel #USATravel #HistoryBuff #ManhattanProject ☢️🧪🛩️