Guest Post by Jenny Anderson, Girl of 10,000 Lakes The muskellunge, better known as a musky, is also recognized as the fish of 10,000 casts. You’d think this is an exaggeration, but it can absolutely take thousands of casts or sometimes on the rare occasion, just a couple of [...]
Centennial Gold Course in October. Oak Ridge has an interesting and varied history! These days, it’s a far cry from the old Secret City, and it’s a lovely place to spend some time, especially if you’re into the outdoors. There are plenty of things to do here. Biking, paddleboarding, swimming, [...]
There is nowhere else in the world quite like Oak Ridge, TN! Established during WWII by the Army Corps of Engineers, the so-called “Secret City” was at the center of the Manhattan Project. Today, Oak Ridge continues to pioneer state-of-the-art technology that is used all around the world. For [...]
Spring is one of the very best times to visit Oak Ridge, Tennessee! When the last traces of winter melt away, the Secret City comes alive with fantastic weather and beautiful greenery. Visitors come from far and wide to enjoy Oak Ridge’s wonderful outdoor activities. To help you make [...]
In 1944, a billboard outside of Oak Ridge, TN contained a warning from a grimacing Uncle Sam, “Loose Talk Helps Our Enemy. So, Let’s Keep Our Trap Shut.” As the principal site of the Manhattan Project, the American-led effort to develop an atomic bomb before the Nazis did, Oak Ridge [...]
On August 6 and August 9, 1945, the United States dropped atomic bombs on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan. The attacks helped bring an end to World War II and changed the face of geopolitics and modern warfare forever. Soon after the first bomb dropped, the [...]
The American Museum of Science and Energy in Oak Ridge is a must-see for all science-lovers. When you visit Oak Ridge, you won’t want to miss out on an afternoon filled with fun at the American Museum of Science and Energy. You’ll be able to combine both education and [...]
Oak Ridge is full of family-friendly activities that allow people to let their creativity flow and broaden their minds. What’s better than combining both fun and education? There are a number of museums in Oak Ridge TN for both children and adults that challenge their way of thinking through [...]
1. Oak Ridge was built under a cloak of secrecy.As part of the Manhattan Project, the U.S. government secretly built Oak Ridge with the hope of developing technology that would end World War II. It was the first and largest of the three Manhattan Project sites built to produce the [...]
From mouth-watering slices of pizza, to homemade comfort food, Oak Ridge is home to several award-winning restaurants. Whether you’re in the mood for pasta, chicken wings, BBQ or ice cream, you’ll be able to find something that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds. Here are the top 5 local [...]