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 Atomic Odyssey Exhibit.
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ATOMIC MUSEUM TO HOST GIRL SCOUTS SATURDAY, MARCH 21
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LAS VEGAS (March 2026) – The National Atomic Testing Museum will host local Girl Scouts for its annual Girl Scouting Outing  event on Saturday, March 21 from 9 to 11 a.m. Scouts and their chaperones will see artifacts related to women in atomic history, as well as receiving an activity packet highlighting contributions to atomic science by extraordinary women scientists, including Austrian-Swedish nuclear physicist Lise Meitner and Polish-French scientist Marie Skłodowska-Curie. 

In addition to exhibits focusing on women’s history, registered Girl Scouts and their chaperones will enjoy complimentary admission to the entire museum, including access exhibits such as “World of Fallout” and the interactive “Atomic Odyssey.” The event offers a distinctive opportunity for participants to explore the fascinating history and science behind atomic energy through hands-on experiences and engaging displays. 

“We’re grateful to be able to introduce the Girl Scouts to the history of the Atomic Age and the intriguing subject of atomic science,” said Gerardo Lopez Hernandez, Atomic Museum Assistant Manager of Education, Atomic Museum. “It’s especially inspiring to be able to introduce them to real women from atomic history whose life and work contributed to the 20th century’s most important scientific discoveries.”  

“At Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada, we’re committed to giving girls opportunities to explore, ask questions and imagine what’s possible,” said Kimberly Trueba, CEO of Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada. This event not only highlights women’s contributions to science but inspires girls to envision their own path in STEM.” 

Approximately 120 Girl Scouts and chaperones are expected to visit the museum for this event.  

ABOUT THE NATIONAL ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM
The National Atomic Testing Museum is operated and maintained by its parent company, the Nevada Test Site Historical Foundation (NTSHF), an IRS 501(c)3 charitable, non-profit organization chartered in Nevada. Covering nuclear history beginning with the first test at the Nevada Test Site on January 27, 1951, the National Atomic Testing Museum’s exhibitions and programming also address current affairs related to the nuclear industry.  For more information, go to atomicmuseum.vegas and follow on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok. 

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