Visit FAQs

Q: What is the admission fee to the museum?

A: Museum admission is sponsored by Los Alamos National Laboratory

Q: Where is the museum located?

A: The Bradbury Museum is located at 1450 Central Avenue in Los Alamos, NM. View our VISIT page for all visitor information.

Q: What are the hours of operation?

A: The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, 1-5 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and when the Laboratory is closed. View our VISIT page for all the information you need!

Q: Is photography allowed in the museum?

A: Yes, personal photography is permitted. For media queries, contact tware@lanl.gov.

Q: Does the museum have a weapons policy?

A: Weapons are prohibited at the museum.

Q: Are masks required in the museum?

A: Currently, masks are not required.

Q: Is the museum accessible to persons with disabilities?

A: Yes, it is. Our facility is wheelchair-accessible and we have two wheelchairs available for visitor use on site. Most of our videos are captioned and/or have hearing-assistance systems. ADA-compliant service animals are welcome.

Q: Can I shop at the museum?

A: Yes. The gift shop, Gadgets, is next door to the museum.

Q: Where can I arrange a tour of the Los Alamos location of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park?

A: While the museum is where Laboratory tours of the park gather to board the bus. Instructions for arranging a tour are described on the Manhattan Project Sites webpage.

Q: What else can I do in Los Alamos?

A: Go to the VisitLosAlamos.org website to learn more about the area.

Q: I am a teacher. Do you host school field trips?

A: Yes! Get more information on this website’s LEARN pages.

MUSEUM FAQs

Q: What is the mission of the museum?

A: The Bradbury Science Museum helps people understand and appreciate the history and work of the Lab from its Manhattan Project origin to today.

Q: Is the museum part of Los Alamos National Laboratory?

A: Yes.

Q: Why is the museum called the Bradbury?

A: The museum is named after Norris E. Bradbury, Los Alamos National Laboratory’s longest-serving director.

Q: Do you have a history of the museum?

A: Visit our ABOUT page to learn about Bradbury and museum history.

Q: I’d like information about my family member’s work at Los Alamos Lab. How do I get it?

A: We regret to inform you that we are unable to release records to family members without a valid subpoena that has been reviewed and approved by our Legal Department. In accordance with legal requirements, LANL cannot disclose these records without proper authorization. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have further questions, please contact voe@lanl.gov.

Visiting the Bradbury Frequently Asked Questions

Bradbury Science Museum

Visiting the Bradbury Frequently Asked Questions

Bradbury Science Museum