The Department of Energy (DOE), and its predecessor agencies the Energy Research and Development Administration and the Atomic Energy Commission, conducted nuclear tests and other experiments at the Nevada Test Site, which helped maintain world peace, and the national security of the United States.
Since the establishment of the Nevada Test Site in 1951, thousands of people from around the world -- senior citizens to college students -- have visited this vast outdoor laboratory that is larger than the state of Rhode Island, to see firsthand, artifacts and archaeological sites from the early settlers, to the many relics remaining from nuclear weapons tests, nuclear rocket experiments, and a variety of other defense, environmental, and energy-related programs.
The U.S. Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration Nevada Site Office provides free general interest tours on a monthly basis. Groups, civic or technical organizations, and private clubs may request specially-arranged tours (minimum of 10 people).
Most tours depart from the Atomic Testing Museum at 755 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, Nevada. Tours depart at approximately 7:30 a.m. and return at 4:00 p.m. Please make arrangements to arrive early enough for adequate parking. The mode of transportation provided is usually a chartered bus equipped with a restroom.
The Nevada Test Site is located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada. Each tour usually covers about 250 miles. Tour participants should bring their own food and drinks, but no alcoholic beverages. There are no lunch stops.
Casual clothing is recommended, and sturdy shoes are required for the rugged terrain. No shorts or sandals are permitted.
Visitors to the test site must be at least 14 years old. Pregnant women are discouraged from participating in test site tours because of the long bus ride and uneven terrain.
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Information provided by http://www.nv.doe.gov/ (official site)
Please view the official website of the Nevada Site Office for further information.
