American Museum of Science and Energy

06/02/2026

And when you see us sketching exhibits at AMSE...just let it happen.

06/01/2026

A legacy of science. A gift to the future. 🌟

We are proud to continue to offer financial support to families through the Homer D. Adkins Science Scholarship for students attending AMSE Summer Science Camp this June.

Homer Adkins was an Oak Ridge original — a devoted student of science and geography who spent 35 years as a Reactor Operator at ORNL's Graphite, ORR, and HFIR reactors. He passed away in February 2023 at the age of 94, leaving behind a community that deeply loved and admired him.

In his honor, his daughter Linda and the Adkins family — joined by friends and supporters — established this scholarship so that no student who loves science should miss out on this experience simply because of cost.

To apply, students submit a one-page essay to [email protected] describing their love of science and why they're excited to attend camp. Camp registration can be found at: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260735595489070

Camp runs June 15–19 for rising 5th–7th graders. Don't let cost be a barrier — this scholarship exists for exactly that reason.

If you know a young scientist who deserves this opportunity, please share. 💙

06/01/2026

Our exhibits may or may not come to life...you'll just have to come see for yourself. 😇

05/27/2026

Portal Perk (at Portal 4) is now open! Serving delicious coffee and energy beverages with a menu as exciting as its history. Click the link to read all about what the new building has to offer! ☕️

The Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation recently reopened Portal 4 at K-25 to the public as a coffee and breakfast spot.

05/20/2026

📖 From the archive: Introducing a classic 1956 phonebook covering Oak Ridge, Clinton, and Norris Tennessee, featuring ads from local businesses just after the era of the Manhattan Project, showcasing a new world wherein communication finally became a reality for thousands who'd originally been tasked with keeping their work a secret.

05/19/2026

Join us at AMSE for Dino Day, June 13!

05/18/2026

Presenting the Calutron Girl, one of many delicious drinks on Portal Perk’s menu! Portal Perk is located inside Portal 4 at K-25 History Center, and opens tomorrow, May 19!🧋

05/12/2026

But we really did need this… 😌

If you’re stopping by AMSE, consider checking out our sister-site at the K-25 History Center!

05/11/2026

Just don’t tell our curators. 🤫

05/08/2026

Care to join us at Barnes & Noble tomorrow? 📚👀

Enjoy this event with giveaways, books, science, AMSE attractions, and a reading + book-signing from Oak Ridge’s very own Katatra Vasquez!