Oak Ridge: Secret Cities & Communities

Several children are gathered atop playground equipment next to their teacher.
A nursery school in Oak Ridge, 1945.

US DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY/ED WESTCOTT

 

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Beginning in 1942, residents of Oak Ridge built new communities behind the fences and bonded over their collective sacrifices and shared patriotism. Still-standing community centers, houses of worship, and shopping districts attest to the resiliency of the community during World War II. Step back in time and learn about the joys and challenges of daily life in a secret city by following the links below. 

 
 
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    Last updated: May 4, 2023

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    National Park Service, Manhattan Project National Historical Park
    c/o NPS Intermountain Regional Office
    One Denver Federal Center, Building 50
    Denver, CO 80225-0287

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    Hanford: 509.376.1647
    Los Alamos: 505.661.6277
    Oak Ridge: 865.482.1942

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