Bradbury Science Museum
Museum Museum displaying Los Alamos science and nuclear history
Public museum in Los Alamos, New Mexico, presenting the laboratory’s science and history with exhibits on the Manhattan Project and interactive displays; draws visitors interested in nuclear history and technology.
Bradbury Science Museum is the public museum of Los Alamos National Laboratory located in Los Alamos, New Mexico, presenting exhibits on the laboratory’s science and history.
The museum offers permanent and temporary exhibits covering topics such as laboratory research, national security science, energy and the historical development of the laboratory. Displays include models, artifacts and interactive elements intended for a general audience.
The museum was created to document and interpret the laboratory’s scientific work and historical role; it is maintained by the laboratory for public outreach and education.
The museum is located in the town of Los Alamos on the laboratory campus in north-central New Mexico.
- Operator: Operated by Los Alamos National Laboratory with exhibits explaining the laboratory's scientific work, history and technology in accessible displays.
How to Get to Bradbury Science Museum #
The museum is in Los Alamos, New Mexico. It is a short drive from the town centre; parking is available nearby. Visitors should check the museum website for any campus security requirements or updated visiting procedures.
Tips for Visiting Bradbury Science Museum #
- Allow 1-2 hours for a thorough visit - the museum is compact but rich in exhibits.
- Check the museum's calendar for talks and special demonstrations on Los Alamos science and history.
- The museum is on a national laboratory campus; bring photo ID as security procedures can change.
Best Time to Visit Bradbury Science Museum #
As an indoor museum, pick weekday mornings for smaller crowds; summer sees the most visitors.
Weather & Climate near Bradbury Science Museum #
Bradbury Science Museum's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 21 mm.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain.
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September
September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.
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