Nuclear energy has provided a reliable source of clean, abundant electricity to help power our world since the 1950s. And it couldn’t have happened without Oak Ridge!  

Join Kairos Power for a day of exploration at the American Museum of Science and Energy and dive into the amazing world of nuclear that first started in the Secret City. On Nuclear Energy Discovery Day, kids and families will learn about the mysteries of the atom and how they can be harnessed for the benefit of humanity.

Immerse yourself in fun, hands-on activities and demonstrations led by Kairos Power engineers and other professionals from the local nuclear industry. Explore the Reaction Time exhibit, deepen your understanding of nuclear technologies, and complete the Nuclear Energy Passport challenge to earn your Kairos Power Junior Engineer badge!  

Hear from Dr. Ed Blandford, Kairos Power co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, who will share the company’s novel approach to advancing new nuclear technology and provide an update on the Hermes Demonstration Reactor project planned for Oak Ridge.