Discover John Rice Irwin's 65-acre Appalachian history complex. This open air museum is called "the most authentic and complete replica of pioneer Appalachian life in the world." The museum, which has been featured in several national publications, contains over 250,000 pioneer relics including 30 log structures including a chapel, schoolhouse, cabins and barns. Open daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. from November to February, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. during March and October, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. during April and September and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. from May to August. Allow 1 to 3 hours. Admission Charged.

Discover how 75,000 people kept a secret in Oak Ridge during World War II. Learn about the Oak Ridge's leading-edge technology that continues to earn the U.S. the title "Super Power." From a "Hair Raising" experience to the "Atom Smasher" live demonstrations, audiovisuals, machines, and devices will keep you entertained and educated. This bus tour has guide commentary on the history of science and technology at the three Department of Energy Oak Ridge facilities. Register at the American Museum of Science and Energy in Oak Ridge beginning at 9 a.m. Monday through Friday, except government holidays (July 4-5 and Labor Day). Participants sign-in for tour on the day they wish to go. First come, first serve. Space limited. Tour departs at 12 noon and returns at 2:30 p.m. Off the bus stops include New Bethel Church and Graphite Reactor, both at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the East Tennessee Technology Park (formerly K-25 Site) Overlook. Some restrictions apply.