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| - This is a fantastic museum full of interesting stuff. My girlfriend and I had a great time here, and especially enjoyed the atomic simulator. Two hours is enough time to see everything, but I would recommend three if you wish to read most of the exhibits.
During our visit, a docent spoke to us for 20 minutes about his experiences at the atomic test site. He introduced himself by asking us if we wanted to know all of the information that the displays won't tell us. Of course we did!! This made our visit extra special.
They do not allow photography in the museum, and they take if very seriously. Like they said, if they let people take pictures, people wouldn't come to the museum any longer. I agree with that. Despite the fact that I am a photographer, and had my SLR ready to roll, I repsected their wishes and packed it away in my bag.
Apart from the museum, there is a gift shop with some fun things for sale. Atomic ooze candy, books, posters, Einstein dolls, etc.
The location is close enough to the strip to walk, but if it is really hot, take the $10 taxi. We walked from The Venetian and there are few places to hide from the sun so I would recommend an umbrella. Admission is $12 for adults.
Here is a list of the various exhibits on display the day I visited, as per the provided pamphlet:
1. Entry Gallery
2. The Atomic Age Gallery
3. Atmospheric Testing
4. Ground Zero Theatre (my favorite part)
5. Underground Testing
6. Control Point
7. Versatile Laboratory
8. Grain Silo Theatre
9. Stewards of the Land I
10. Stewards of the Land II
11. Innovators Gallery
12. Discovery and Innovation
13. Today and Tomorrow Gallery
14. Harry Reid Exhibit Hall
15. The Museum Store
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