New York City Atomic Bomb Legacy Tour
Explore J. Robert Oppenheimer's NY Roots on Upper West Side Tour, New York City
NY
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore J. Robert Oppenheimer's New York City Roots
- • Experience a 2 Hour, 30 Minute Journey through History
- • Discover the Most Unique Sites of the Manhattan Project
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Discover the upbringing of one of the most influential figures in the history of science with the Oppenheimer in New York Walking Tour. Learn about the early life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, known as the "father of the atomic bomb," and how his unique education in New York City shaped his future. Uncover the immigrant roots of his family and explore the sites related to the Manhattan Project, gaining insights into the legacy left by the atomic bomb.
Embark on a 2-hour, 30-minute journey through locations such as the Upper West Side of Manhattan, where you will visit significant sites linked to Oppenheimer's upbringing. From the premarital home of his mother, Ella Oppenheimer, to the childhood home of J. Robert Oppenheimer himself, each stop on the tour offers a glimpse into the life and influences of this renowned scientist. Explore the educational institutions and residences that played a pivotal role in shaping Oppenheimer's worldview and contributions to science.
Perfect for history buffs, science enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by the complexities of human achievement, the Oppenheimer in New York Walking Tour is an engaging and educational experience. Whether for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for a curious mind, this tour offers a unique perspective on the life and impact of J. Robert Oppenheimer, shedding light on a pivotal era in scientific history.
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Experience Overview:
Oppenheimer In New York Walking TourDiscover how New York City raised the “father of the atomic bomb” and the “destroyer of worlds.”
Main features:
Find out about J. Robert Oppenheimer’s early years on the west side of Manhattan. You will learn on how his unique education shaped his adulthood. Hear about the immigrant roots of the Oppenheimer family. You will discover the sites of the Manhattan Project and see the legacy left by the atomic bomb.
Meeting Point
94 Corner Cafe
2518 Broadway, New York, NY 10025, USA
Outside 94 Corner Cafe on the corner of Broadway (east side) and West 94th Street (south side).
What to expect:
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Upper West Side
New York City, New York
We will visit the premarital home of Ella Oppenheimer, Robert Oppenheimer's mother, to discuss J. Robert Oppenheimer's immigrant ancestry.
10 minutes
Upper West Side
New York City, New York
We will visit the site of Oppenheimer's birth to discuss his parents' life in New York.
10 minutes
Upper West Side
New York City, New York
We will visit the former home of Edwin R. A. Seligman to discuss Oppenheimer's education at the Ethical Culture School.
15 minutes
Upper West Side
New York City, New York
We will visit the Clarendon, the former home of William Randolph Hearst, who was the talk of Oppenheimer's childhood neighborhood and had ties with the world leaders who would be forever connected by WWII and Oppenheimer.
10 minutes
Riverside Drive
Riverside Drive, New York City, New York
We will visit the childhood home of J. Robert Oppenheimer to discuss his childhood and adolescence.
15 minutes
Soldiers' and Sailors Monument New York
171 Riverside Dr, New York City, 10024, New York
Visitors will learn about the history of Riverside Drive that coincided with Oppenheimer's formative years.
15 minutes
Riverside Drive
Riverside Drive, New York City, New York
We will visit the Master Apartments to discuss FDR's New Deal and the various ideologies of that era that prospered and informed Oppenheimer as a young man.
10 minutes
New York Buddhist Church
331 Riverside Dr, New York City, 10025-9114, New York
We will look at the Shinran Statue to discuss the cause and the effect of the atomic bomb.
15 minutes
Riverside Drive
Riverside Drive, New York City, New York
We will visit the home of Isidor Rabi, a pioneer in 20th-century physics, a Nobel Prize winner, and a close friend of Oppenheimer.
10 minutes
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Purefinder New York
Product SKU: US-9388-0005
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New York City Atomic Bomb History Tour
NY
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore J. Robert Oppenheimer's New York City Roots
- • Experience a 2 Hour, 30 Minute Journey through History
- • Discover the Most Unique Sites of the Manhattan Project
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