B Reactor at the Manhattan Project National Historical Park
The story of the B Reactor includes some of the richest and most significant scientific accomplishments in the world.
History & Science Attractions
Dive into hands-on learning about natural history and nuclear history at the REACH Museum.
Tour the historic B Reactor at the Manhattan Project National Historical Park. Uncover the mysteries of the universe at the Exploration Center at LIGO or at a Planetarium show.
Join a real mammoth dig to learn about paleontology at the Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site, discover more about Lewis & Clark and Native American history at the Sacajawea Interpretive Center at the Sacajawea Historical State Park or on the 96 educational markers (“Pompy’s Lessons”) along the Sacajawea Heritage Trail, or explore local history at one of many local museums. There's so much to uncover together!
Expand Your Mind In Tri-Cities
The Reach National Monument
Discover the untamed beauty of the Hanford Reach National Monument, a protected landscape showcasing the Tri-Cities' rich natural and cultural…
Exploration Center at LIGO (LExC)
The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) is renowned for its landmark discovery of gravitational waves, cosmic ripples in space-time produced…
REACH Museum
Explore The REACH Museum, where you'll find a wealth of interactive exhibits, engaging educational programs, and exciting seasonal events that…
Sacajawea Historical State Park & Interpretive Center
The Sacajawea Historical State Park & Interpretive Center uses the popular spelling of Sacajawea – multiple spellings of the Indian…
Aviation Museum
The Pasco Aviation Museum is housed in the historic Navy Control Tower Building in Pasco.
CPCCo Planetarium
Unravel the mysteries of our universe at the CPCCo Planetarium located in the heart of the Columbia Basin College campus.
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