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You will find many opportunities in Oak Ridge to explore the history of the Manhattan Project and World War II. Oak Ridge is designated as an American World War II Heritage City to honor the contributions of the communities and citizens who stepped into the workforce to support America's war effort during World War II. Tucked in the valleys and hills of East Tennessee, Oak Ridge served as the headquarters for the Manhattan Project. Today, the project's legacy lives on throughout the community. Many historic places and educational centers here help tell the story of life before, during, and after the Manhattan Project. For more information on where to eat and sleep during your trip to Oak Ridge, visit Explore Oak Ridge. 
Oak Ridge Visitor Center
Oak Ridge, TN produced the enriched uranium for the Little Boy atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima, Japan on August 6, 1945. 
Museums
Explore several museums throughout Oak Ridge. 
Historic Community Sites
Explore historic Manhattan Project gathering places throughout Oak Ridge. 
Pre-Manhattan Project Sites
Discover the places that existed long before the development of Oak Ridge. 
Overlooks and Quick Stops
Take a moment to view the geography of Oak Ridge and its Manhattan Project facilities. 
View All Places
View all places in and around Oak Ridge with Manhattan Project connections. 
Places by Theme
Explore the places of Oak Ridge through the themes that weave them together such as "Untold Stories" and "Behind the Fence." 
Map
Use a map to explore all the places of Oak Ridge. |
Last updated: August 15, 2025