Visitors can enjoy six free films shown on rotation at the museum’s theater.
Discover the Secrets of Area 51 at the Atomic Testing Museum
Interested in the mysteries of Area 51? When you visit the Atomic Testing Museum in Las Vegas, you can explore the history of nuclear weapons and a special exhibit on Area 51 featuring declassified documents, interviews, photos, and videos.
One of the highlights of the exhibit is the theater, where visitors can enjoy six free films that are rotated throughout the day.
Enjoy Six Free Films in the AREA 51 Theater:
A-Bombs Over Nevada
A Smithsonian-produced film that chronicles the history and legacy of nuclear testing in Nevada, from the first detonation in 1951 to the last in 1992.
The History of Spy Planes
The film traces the development and deployment of spy planes, such as the U-2 and the SR-71 Blackbird, which were flown over Area 51 and other parts of the world.
The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird
It is a film that focuses on the legendary supersonic reconnaissance aircraft that was designed and tested at Area 51. It could fly faster than a bullet and higher than a satellite.
The Desert Rock Exercises
This film shows the military maneuvers and exercises that were conducted in conjunction with nuclear tests at the Nevada Test Site. They involved thousands of troops and civilians.
Offsite Monitoring of Fallout
A film that explains how the Atomic Energy Commission monitored the radioactive fallout from nuclear tests and its effects on the environment and public health.
The Test
It is a film that dramatizes the first nuclear test in Nevada, codenamed “Able,” and the preparations and challenges that preceded it.
These films will give you a glimpse into the secrets and stories of Area 51 and the Nevada Test Site. They will make you wonder what else is hidden there. Whether you are a history buff, a science enthusiast, or a conspiracy theorist, you will find something to intrigue and entertain you
Location, Hours, Admission and Contacts:
- Monday through Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
- Location: Atomic Testing Museum
- Address: 755 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119 (1 mile east of Las Vegas Blvd, between Paradise and Swenson)
- Phone: (702) 409-7366
- Website: atomicmuseum.vegas
About the Atomic Testing Museum:
The Smithsonian Institute-affiliated Atomic Testing Museum is a national museum in Las Vegas that tells you about America’s nuclear weapons testing program at the Nevada Test Site. It showcases rare artifacts, exhibits, and simulations related to the history and impact of nuclear testing on science, technology, culture, and geopolitics. The museum is a program of the Nevada Test Site Historical Foundation.
