Bradbury Science MuseumAbout Bradbury Science Museum
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.
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -9° - 5° | -6° | 23 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -7° - 8° | -4° | 21 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -4° - 11° | 0° | 33 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -1° - 16° | 5° | 25 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 4° - 21° | 13° | 30 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 10° - 27° | 18° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 12° - 29° | 21° | 77 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 12° - 27° | 19° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 8° - 24° | 16° | 51 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 2° - 19° | 10° | 34 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -4° - 11° | 1° | 26 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -8° - 6° | -5° | 27 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
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.