“Atomic Testing Museum to Host Talk on Nuclear Age” by Victoria Gonzalez
The Atomic Testing Museum, the UNLV Department of History and the Black Mountain Institute are collaborating to bring three prominent authors to UNLV to speak about their work on the nuclear age. Dr. Martin Sherwin, Dr. Ruth Sime, and Dr. Mary Palevsky present their individual experiences of writing on this most fascinating subject. “Professor and chair of the history department at UNLV David Wrobel said the event should appeal to everyone interested in what he described as one of the most profound elements of the 20th century and the contemporary world: nuclear weapons technology. “Professor and chair of the history department at UNLV David Wrobel said the event should appeal to everyone interested in what he described as one of the most profound elements of the 20th century and the contemporary world: nuclear weapons technology.”
“Trade Center I-beam joins Las Vegas museum” by Keith Rogers.
“The historical foundation will unveil the artifacts Feb. 27 at a public event marking the fifth anniversary of the museum at 755 E. Flamingo Road. Lee Ielpi, founder of the September 11th Families Association, will speak at the event. His son, Jonathan, a New York City firefighter, died responding to the towers’ collapse. The museum setting should allow visitors to draw the connection from the end of the Cold War to the Sept. 11 attacks, which launched the nation into the war on terrorism, Wade said last week as he stood by the pallet supporting the I-beam after its journey from the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.”
“Wreckage a reminder: World Trade Center pieces to raise awareness” by Maggie Lillis
“Two twisted and mangled pieces of the World Trade Center soon will be on display at the Atomic Testing Museum as a part of an effort to build an educational bridge from the events of the Cold War to the current war on terror, officials said.” “The two World Trade Center artifacts will be permanent display after the dedication ceremony.”
Las Vegas Magazine (August 23, 2009)
“The Past, Present and Future‚ by Kiko Miyasato. “Visitors can approach the Atomic Testing Museum from either a historical angle, a scientific angle or both- either way, approach the museum with an open and curious mind because not only does it tackle Nevada‚'s history, it also takes into account United States history and world history.”
wsRadio Las Vegas Newsletter (August 12, 2009)
“Japan Day Event at Atomic Testing Museum” wsRadio had a booth set up at the museum on Japan Day to give away tickets to the MATSURI show on the strip.
Las Vegas Magazine: (June 28, 2009)
How Many Megatons is That Bomb? By Nina King “The Atomic Testing Museum will intrigue and excite you. With its mix of pop culture, science, timelines and interactive displays, the museum has appeal for almost everyone.”
Southeast View (April 14, 2009)
“Atomic Testing Museum opens exhibit on cold war era”: Short blurb about Darker Shades of Red.
Las Vegas Magazine (April 2009)
“The Atomic Testing Museum explores the past, present and future of atomic fusion, and presents periodic special displays.”
The Rebel Yell (Thursday, April 2, 2009)
Darker Shades of Red, by Jorge Labrado: “Darker Shades of Red goes hand in hand with the museum's mission of preserving the atomic age and educating the public, this time by exploring the other side‚' of conflict.”
Las Vegas Review-Journal (March 29, 2009)
“Our Pick” Museum: Atomic Testing Museum “You‚'d also have a blast at this museum dedicated to the Nevada Test Site, which may sound like another wacky Las Vegas attraction, but is actually an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution.”
Southeast View (March 2009)
“Honoring Aviation” by Danielle Nadler: Dan Harten shares excerpts from his book “Arc Light One” for the Museum‚'s Distinguished Lecture Series.
Las Vegas Sun (Feb. 24, 2009)
“New exhibit shows history from the cockpit” by Cydney Cappello: Details about “At the controls” Smithsonian exhibit. Article available in online archives.
Summerlin View (January 20, 2009)
“Honoring Silent Heroes” by Jan Hogan. (The article details the Silent Heroes of the Cold War Lecture at the museum.)
City Life
“Darker Shades of Red” by Aziz Bawany. “With their new exhibit, Darker Shades of Red, the museum presents official Soviet imagery and American propaganda to create an experience showing both sides of the conflict.”
Summerlin View (January 20, 2009)
“Honoring Silent Heroes” by Jan Hogan. (The article details the Silent Heroes of the Cold War Lecture at the museum.)
Nevadamagazine.com (Jan. 2009)
Ground Zero, by Valerie Porter: “A sense of quiet awe permeates the museum, which opened in 2005. It contains hundreds of artifacts from the Nevada Test Site, 65 miles from Las Vegas.”
World Trade Center Artifact
Las Vegas Review Journal, (February 2010)
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