Albuquerque, New Mexico: National Museum of Nuclear Science and History

Formerly the National Atomic Museum. Full-scale replicas of famous A-bombs and the Trinity Tower. Geiger counters and flash goggles for sale in a well-stocked gift shop. Gated yard has an actual sail from a nuke sub. Missile photo-op out front.

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National Atomic Museum

When visiting the Atomic Museum, don't miss the 60's vintage Civil Defense manuals for sale in the gift shop. Your house and neighbors may be incinerated, but, thanks to your basement sandbag bunker, you'll emerge after Armageddon to rebuild. They're also offering attractive atomic bomb blueprints -- think of the possibilities!

[Bob Rogers, 06/25/2000]

Atomic Bomb earrings target Japanese emotions

The city of Hiroshima in Japan has protested against the sale of Atomic Bomb earrings as souvenirs at Albuquerque's Atomic National Museum. While late last week, the museum was standing firm, latest word is that they've caved and the atomic gift shop's most popular keepsake has been withdrawn....

[08/09/1999] Complete News Story

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National Museum of Nuclear Science and History

Address:: 601 Eubank Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM
Directions:: Southeast edge of the city. I-40 exit 165, then south about a mile on Southern Blvd SE. On the southwest corner of Eubank Blvd SE and Southern Blvd SE.
Hours:: Opens daily at 9. Gated after 5 pm. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:: 505-245-2137
Admission:: Adults $15.
RA Rates:: Major Fun