National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is a museum located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, dedicated to the history, science, and impact of nuclear energy. It covers topics ranging from the Manhattan Project and the Cold War to nuclear medicine and alternative energy.

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

601 Eubank Blvd SE

Albuquerque

New Mexico 87123

USA

www.nuclearmuseum.org

info@nuclearmuseum.org

+1 (505) 245-2137

Daily 09:00 – 17:00

Closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

Admission fee

Gift shop

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Aircraft collection

Photo gallery

Boeing RB-52B Stratofortress National Museum of Nuclear Science and History

Boeing RB-52B Stratofortress 52-0013 USAF

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Boeing B-29A Superfortress

Boeing RB-52B Stratofortress

Republic F-105D Thunderchief

Vought TA-7C Corsair II

Missiles and bombs

  • Mk17 Bomb
  • B-58 Pod (carries a weapon or extra fuel)
  • Honest John Motorized Launcher
  • Nike Hercules
  • Bomarc Cruise Missile
  • Mace Cruise Missile
  • Matador Cruise Missile
  • Snark Cruise Missile
  • Titan II Missile and Trailer
  • Jupiter Missile and Trailer
  • Peacemaker Missile
  • Mk53 Bomb
  • A-3 Polaris Missile
  • Hound Dog Cruise Missile
  • Thor Missile and Trailer
  • Minuteman Missile
  • USS James K. Polk Submarine Sail

The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History collection will be the largest aircraft collection for public viewing in the state of New Mexico and include unique military objects such a rockets, missile systems, the biggest cannon built by the U.S., historic planes, railroad equipment and a piece of a submarine.

Key Features:

  • Historical Exhibits: Showcasing the development of nuclear technology, including artifacts from the Manhattan Project and the Cold War.
  • Outdoor Exhibits: Featuring decommissioned nuclear missiles, aircraft, and military vehicles.
  • Science & Education: Hands-on exhibits and educational programs about nuclear energy, radiation, and its applications in medicine and power generation.
  • Pop Culture & Artifacts: Displays of how nuclear science has influenced pop culture, from atomic-age advertising to sci-fi references.

Notable Exhibits National Museum of Nuclear Science & History:

  • B-52 Stratofortress Bomber
  • Trinity Test Artifacts
  • Nuclear Bomb Casings (like replicas of the Fat Man and Little Boy bombs)
  • Missiles and Rockets from the Cold War era
  • Radiation Science & Safety Displays

Photo gallery

Pictures Les Spearman