Nuclear Energy
Bronze sculpture commemorating the first self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction and the dawn of the Atomic Age.

šŸ“œ Henry Moore's bronze sculpture marks the site of the world's first self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction. Unveiled in 1967, it commemorates Enrico Fermi's 1942 achievement at the University of Chicago.

Why Go

āš›ļø Witness a pivotal site in scientific history
šŸŽØ Admire a significant abstract bronze public art by Henry Moore
🧠 Reflect on the duality of atomic power
🚶 Easy access, located on a university campus

Why Avoid

ā˜ļø Sculpture's shape can be misinterpreted as a mushroom cloud

Tips

šŸ“ Located on Ellis Avenue, between 56th and 57th Streets.

Hours

šŸ•’ Open 24/7

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